Fine/Near fine.Viking,2004.First UK edition-first printing.The book is Signed by the Author on the title page with a dedication.Black hardback(gilt lettering to the spine) in fine condition, with Dj(a couple of creases,small nicks,ink marks and scratch on the edges of the Dj cover) in near fine condition.Illustrated with colour,b/w photos,maps.Nice and clean pages as new with a small ink mark on the outer edges,two small creases and nicks on the edges of the pages.Nice and clean book with light shelf wear on the Dj cover.261pp including index.Price un-clipped.