The books in this category are available on a first come / first served basis. You may order the book on line, or call us to reserve the book. If you choose to reserve the book payment must be received in 7 days or the book will be returned to inventory.

The the following criteria is used to describe books in this category:

NEW: A new book is unread, in print, and in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages.

AS NEW: Is used when the book is in the same immaculate condition to which it was published. There can be no defects, no missing pages, no library stamps, etc., and the dust wrapper (if it was issued with one) must be perfect, without any tears.

FINE: Approaches the condition of As New, but without being crisp. For the use of the term Fine, there must also be no defects, etc., and if the dustjacket has a small tear, or other defect, or looks worn, this should be noted.

VERY GOOD: Describes a book that does show some small signs of wear – but no tears – on either binding or paper. Any defects must be noted.

GOOD: Describes the average used worn book that has all pages or leaves present. Any defects must be noted.

FAIR: Worn book that has complete text pages (including those with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc (which must be noted). Binding, dustjacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. All defects must be noted.

POOR: Describes a book that is sufficiently worn, to the point that its only merit is as a Reading Copy because it does have the complete text, which must be legible. Any missing maps or plates should still be noted. This copy may be soiled, scuffed, stained or spotted and my have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc.