First edition, first impression. xx, 230pp, plus a central section of numerous colour plate illustrations. Deep green cloth-covered boards with a gilded armorial design on upper panel, gilt lettering on spine. 8vo. Volume is neat, clean, bright and tight throughout. In its original illustrated glossy dust jacket, a little shelf worn and very gently bumped on extreme edges. Dust jacket now protected in an archival quality Mylar wrapper, fitted without the use of tape or adhesives.