This is a vintage used item, in good used condition, with some signs of age/wear; DJ bears light rubbing, visible edgewear and some associated corner distress, wear along/about spine and inset folds, gentle fading to DJ whites, minor points of blemish/distress. Matte-black coverboards show light rubbing, minimal edgewear and little associated corner wear/rounding. Interior pages show clean/smooth, creamy-white, with sharp black typeset; little wear/tanning. Spine remains straight/smooth, with light shelfwear (top/base), while binding is intact/secure and square-to-hand. There are no excessive nicks, chips, rips, tears, perforations, stains, residue or repairs.

A solid vintage 50's copy of the hardcover novel with a patina of age; for the discerning reader, collector or military enthusiast.