Our Used & Rare Books are selected based on book condition, popularity, best-selling, year of publication and demand. As such, they may be slightly worn but are still in good, readable condition. All pages and covers are intact. Spines may show signs of wear, browning, torn pages, writing marks from previous owners, etc. Please review the following rating criteria to determine the condition of each book where applicable.

• 0 : Like New: This book is in the same pristine condition as when it was published. 
• 8-9 : Very Good - This book is near Like New, but not fresh. The book may have been opened and read, but there are no defects to the book, jacket or pages.
• 6-7 : Good - Describes a book that shows some minor signs of wear – but no tears – to either the binding or paper. Worn and yellowed paper.
• 4-5 : Fair (G): Describes an average used book that has all pages or leaves present. Worn and browned paper less than 50%.
• 2-3 : Worn - A worn book that has complete text pages but may be missing endpapers, half-titles, etc. More than 50% worn and browned paper.
• 1 : Poor: Depicts a book that has been well worn. Any missing maps or plates still need attention. This copy may be dirty, scratched, stained or spotted and may have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc. Worn and browned paper throughout the book.

* You are advised to make an assessment based on the condition rating stated for each item/book before placing an order. Any used book orders are not subject to a return policy especially regarding the condition of the item/book.

Our Used & Rare Books are selected based on book condition, popularity, best-selling, year of publication and demand. Therefore, they may be slightly deteriorated but are still in good, readable condition. All pages and covers are intact. Spines may show signs of wear, browning, torn pages, writing marks from previous owners, etc. Please review the following rating criteria to determine the condition of each book where applicable.

• 10 : Like New: The book is in the same pristine condition as when it was published. 
• 8-9 : Very Good - The book is near Like New, but not fresh. The book may have been opened and read, but there are no defects to the book, jacket, or pages.
• 6-7 : Good - Describes a book that shows some minor signs of wear – but no tears – to either the binding or paper. Worn and yellowed paper.
• 4-5 : Fair (G): Describes an average used book that has all pages or leaves present. Worn and browned paper less than 50%.
• 2-3 : Worn - A worn book that has complete text pages but may be missing endpapers, half-titles, etc. Worn and browned paper more than 50%.
• 1 : Poor: Describes a book that has been fairly well used. Any missing maps or plates still need attention. This copy may be dirty, scratched, stained or spotted and may have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc. Worn and browned paper throughout the book.

Book Conditions