The head and tail of the spine are chipped, as well suffering from insect damage; the hungry insects have also chewed along the spine and in two patches on the front board. The edges are also chipped. Both end papers are discoloured, presumably from the now missing jacket. Internally the book is immaculate. Illustrated by the author. Stated first British edition. Tashkent was a brilliant filmmaker and cartoonist, working with stars such as Jerry Lewis and Doris Day.