Condition Chart Summary

New: These are new books which have been purchased from publishers and authors.

Almost New: These are books which have been read previously or are excess stock from bookshops and publishers. These books will have:

• Intact spine
• No pen and pencil marks
• No yellow or dirty pages
• No physical damage
• Intact front and back covers
• Intact dust jacket and cover in case of Hardcovers
• Accessories (if any) 

Good: These are the books which have have been sourced from book lovers and are in very good condition. They may have signs of ageing but will be in pretty good condition. These books will have:

• Visible wrinkles on covers
• Name and other minor markings inside
• Yellow pages and folded corners
• A few wrinkled pages inside
• Damaged or no dust jacket in case of hardcovers

Readable: These are the warriors who have withered the storm. These books may be old and have visible wear and tear signs. These books will have:

• Visible wrinkles on book and inside
• Minor tear in a few pages but has all the pages
• Name and other markings 
• Dark and yellowish pages
• Damages spine 
• Damaged front and back cover

Vintage: These are the books which are collector's delight. They will have the year of publication in their name and are usually in good condition except for the usual sign of wear and tear due to ageing.