Near fine/VGC plus.Heinemann,1990.First UK edition-first impression.Black hardback(gilt lettering to the spine,two small nicks on the edges of the cover and spine) in near fine condition, with Dj(very small tear,a couple of creases and nicks on the edges of the Dj cover) in VGC plus.Nice and clean pages with a small ink mark and light shelf wear on the outer edges,a couple of small nicks on the edges of the pages.522pp.A collectable first edition.Heavy book.