As shown in the photographs. Previous owner inscription on front fly page (Tom Bell) in pen. Light foxing to endpapers only. Dustjacket: true first edition unclipped with 21s price flap intact Spine Head Damage: There is a significant chip/loss of paper at the top left of the front cover near the spine head, exposing the dark blue cloth binding underneath. Edge Wear and Chipping: The edges and corners show visible rubbing, minor paper loss, and small tears, particularly along the top edge and corners. Surface Wear: The face of the jacket has mild scuffing and edge-creasing, but the central illustration of the snake and the typography remain clean and brightly colored.