1977. First edition, first printing. A fair copy in edge rubbed boards which have a stain to the base of the front board and a bow to the front board. The edges of the text block are age tanned/spotted and there is a previous owners name to the front free endpaper. Otherwise the contents are clean and undamaged. The d/w is poor with loss and wear. Now in a protective cover. This copy has been SIGNED by the author to the title page. Scans available if required.