Hardcover with dustjacket, reprint of third edition, 1940gms, 1088 pages plus over 40 pages of pictures. Book is in good condition for its age with general wear and tear and moderate page discolouration/spotting/foxing throughout. This is an ex-library book with the associated stampings and markings. Books has been covered in plastic for protextion. DJ has been stuck down and corners protected with tape, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.