60pp, numerous black and white photographic plates, two fold-out maps. Blue cloth-covered boards; gilt titles on front. Signed and inscribed by author on title page, 'Yours faithfully Edgar L Chappell'. 8vo. Lightly rubbed corners and spine ends. Top text block edge dusty and foxing. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper. Foxing to prelims. Internally neat, bright and tight. Dust jacket has areas of loss including to front flap, 6cm closed tear on front, shelf wear, chipping to edges.