The World of the Shining Prince: Court Life in Ancient Japan.

Baltimore, MD Penguin Books: Peregrine , 1969. Paperback First Edition (1969), not directly stated, but indicated by a lack of reference to subsequent printings, in accordance with Penguin's customary practice at the time of publication. Very Good in Wraps: moderate rubbing to the wrapper covers; a couple of green marker pen marks at the lower backstrip and along the rear "hinge"; stress creases here and there to the panels; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creases to the backstrip. Free of any creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of any underlining, hi-lighting or marginalia or marks in the text. Free of ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, or labels. A moderately used copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing mild wear and minor cosmetic flaws. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (7.75 x 5.15 x 0.7 inches). 348 pages. Preface and Introduction by the author. Language: English. Weight: 11.3 ounces. Peregrine Y83. First Edition (1969), not directly stated, but indicated by a lack of reference to subsequent printings, in accordance with Penguin's customary practice at the time of publication. Trade Paperback.