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Poor Book has considerable wear and marks, could have small pieces missing from jacket, all defects are mentioned

Fair Book has considerable wear, may have some small pieces missing from jacket, but is complete with defects mentioned.

Good Book has general wear, but is still clean and very presentable.

Very Good Book has been read a few times, but with no major defects. It can contain some minor reading/shelf wear.

Fine A book has been read once or twice, but has a very minor shelf/reading wear and is almost as new in condition.

As New A book has been read once or twice, but has no real defects and appears almost new. Fine: A book has been read once or twice, but has a very minor shelf/reading wear and is almost as new in condition.

New A book is brand new and never used.