First edition, one of 45 numbered copies on Holland paper, properly containing at the end of the volume a duplicate suite of the 5 engravings by Joseph Hecht, the deluxe issue after 20 handmade laid paper and 25 Japan paper copies. Spine and boards marginally sunned as usual, handsome interior condition despite some small marginal foxing. Work illustrated with 5 burin engravings by Jean Hecht.