Book Condition Definitions

Every effort is made to describe our stock as accurately as possible. First we use the Antiquarian Bookman's Weekly criteria to describe the condition of our books and dust jackets, then we note further any faults/defects. A digital photograph of any book will be sent by email upon request. If any book received is not as described, we will gladly refund the cost of the book, provided we are notified within seven (7) days of receipt and the book is returned to us in the same condition it was when despatched by us.

As New 

When the book is in the same immaculate condition in which it was published. 

Fine

Approaches the condition of As New but without being crisp. There must also be no defects.

Very Good

A used book that shows some small signs of wear - but no tears - on either binding or paper. 

Good

The average used and worn book that has all pages or leaves present. 

Fair

A worn book that has complete text pages (including those with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title page, etc. (which must be noted). Binding, jacket (if any), etc may also be worn.