243 pages. The cover is purple cloth with gilt and white lettering on the front and side. Some wear

243 pages. The cover is purple cloth with gilt and white lettering on the front and side. Some wear to edges and extremities. Panel edges wrinkled as if by water damage. The joints and hinges are strong. The textblock is sturdy, and the pages are clean, bright, and unblemished. Previous owner's name on front end page. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy!