Some soiling and foxing to top edge of text block, light at fore- and bottom edges; bumping at spine ends and corners; some rubbing/wear to boards and along spine, where gilt title is a bit dulled; half-dozen very tiny lighter spots on spine; couple small (dime size) , light apparent damp stains on boards. ; Author inscription (unsigned) - "With the Compliments of the Author". ; 8vo; 245 pages