Vintage 1977 Mass Market Paperback THE MERCENARY Jerry Pournelle

1977 Pocket Books mass market paperback, first printing. 
This is a vintage used item, in acceptable used condition, with some signs of age/wear; there is rubbing/scuffing to cover, moderate edgewear and some associated corner distress, light fading/blemishing to cover whites; overall, smooth/glossy, with fair preservation of full-color graphics and light fading. Interior pages show clean, creamy-white, with sharp black typeset and little wear/light tanning; demarcation to interior front cover. Spine remains straight, with visible creasing, while binding is still tight/secure. There are no excessive nicks, chips, rips, tears, perforations, stains, residue or repairs.