The cover has stains and damage (tears). The spine has faded and is whitish. There is sun damage and staining around the edges of the book. Recommended for those who are okay with reading it as a reference material at a low price. ■ Product Description (AI-generated) This is a valuable visual history book that looks back at the history of the golden age of Hollywood musicals, with abundant photographs. The author is John Springer, renowned as a chronicler of film history, and the foreword is contributed by the legendary dancer Gene Kelly. From the 1920s "The Jazz Singer" to the 1960s "West Side Story," the famous scenes and behind-the-scenes of the era when musical films shone the brightest are presented with all-English text and many monochrome and color photographs. Featuring Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers on the cover, this is a highly valuable reference book for musical film fans, dance enthusiasts, and those interested in film history. ■ Book Details Title: A Pictorial History of the Movie Musical Author: John Springer Foreword: Gene Kelly Publisher: Book Sales / Castle Books Language: English