The first five volumes of a planned nine volumes. Second edition. Black and white illustrations in text and occasional photographic illustrations. In light card covers. 8vo. Covers are moderately rubbed at edges, mildly soiled and faded, especially over cracked and toned spines. Internally a little toning at page margins else neat, clean and tight.
First published in 1943, this second edition was substantially revised and added to, updating the text with developments which took place in the preceding 20 years, while much of the original matter was retained for historical interest.
