Fine condition! This is a truly exceptional example of this notoriously difficult-to-find first print Signet paperback. Presenting in near-perfect, UNREAD condition, this paperback is in superlative condition. Features clean, bright, inner pages, radiant wrappers in absolutely wonderful condition. No marks whatsoever. With an as-new, unopened, spine that shows NO evidence of creasing, this is a rarely found example. Tight binding, square, no loose pages. Page block edges tinted red - as called for. A remarkable find. The only printing featuring this cover art., by renowned illustrator, Barye Phillips. This book is nearly 70 years old as is as fresh as the day it was published.