AS NEW: In the exact same condition as when it was first published, with no defects.

FINE (F or FN): Nearly As New, but may have been read carefully, not crisp.

NEAR FINE (NF): A book approaching Fine condition, with only very minor, describable defects, like slight wear on edges.

VERY GOOD (VG): Shows signs of use, such as shelf wear, but has no tears or other significant damage to the binding or pages.

Good (G):​ An average, used, worn book with all pages present but with more obvious signs of wear, like minor water damage or bumping.

Fair: A significantly worn book, but all text pages and illustrations are present; however, it may lack endpapers, half-title, or title page.

Poor (or Reading Copy): A heavily worn book whose primary value is its complete, legible text. It may have extensive damage like water stains, torn pages, or insect damage.

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