Thread-sewn pages for strength and durability. Definitions of the Condition of a Book. FINE (F): Approaches the above, but not crisp. NOTE: From here on, there may be'+' and'-' in a grade, which will mean that it is above the grade noted but not quite to the next higher grade for'+', and that it is below the grade noted but not quite to the next lower grade for'-'.
NEAR FINE: A book or dustjacket approaching FINE but with a couple of very minor defects or faults. VERY GOOD: A used book showing some small signs of wear on either binding or dustjacket. Any defects/faults must be noted. GOOD: The average used and worn book that has all pages or leaves present.
Any defects must be noted. FAIR: A worn book that has complete text pages (including those with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title page, etc. All defects/faults must be noted. POOR / READING COPY: A book that is sufficiently worn that its only merit is the complete text, which must be legible.
Any missing maps or plates should still be noted. May be soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted, and may have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc. EX-LIBRARY: Will always be designated as such. I will always to attemp to grade each and every book accurately.
If you receive an item from CatShakSeller that does not meet your expectations please contact me directly and I will do my best to make the situation right.