Notes about book condition

New - a copy sourced new from the original publishers.

Mint - a new condition book although not sourced from the publishers.

Fine - clean and sound without major blemishes and only light indications of being previously owned.

Very Good – a presentable copy with indications of previous ownership; faults could include an ownership inscription, cover rubbed or bumped, browning or dusty pages, small tears or wear on the dust jacket.  

Good – with clear signs of previous ownership and having a number of faults such as marked pages, covers or spine rubbed, wear or tears to dust jacket, labels or inscriptions. 

Working Copy – the major part, if not all, of the text will be complete but book will have significant faults such as major wear or large portions of the dust jacket missing.  Illustrations may also be missing.  

For more information, please go to the "Book Conditions Explained" page in the "Buying From Us" section.