This book, 'Roots of Behavior: Genetics, Instinct, and Socialization in Animal Behavior', is edited by Eugene L. Bliss with contributions from thirty - one authors. Published by Harper & Brothers in 1962, its edition is unstated. The book is in good condition overall. The cover has some wear like soiling, scuffing, and marks. The book is slightly cocked. The text block shows signs of aging with discoloration, foxing, and staining. The pastedowns and free - endpapers are sunned, soiled, and starting to show foxing, and the front pastedown has ink script. The pages are slightly yellowed but are clean, intact, and legible. The bindings are sturdy and intact.
This book is a great resource for anyone interested in animal behavior. To use it, simply open it up and start reading through the in - depth content. When handling the book, be gentle due to its age. Avoid getting it wet as the pages are more fragile because of the yellowing. To maintain it, store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent further discoloration and damage. You can also use a bookend to keep it standing upright and prevent it from getting more cocked. Check on it every once in a while to make sure there are no new signs of damage.
