Our Book
Conditions Guide
Welcome to our guide on book conditions.
We use a clear grading system, from 'New' to 'Good', to describe every used book we sell.
While this page provides a general overview of our standards, you will find the most detailed information on each book's individual product page. Be sure to check the description for specific notes about its dust jacket, binding, and overall condition.
If you have any questions about a particular book, please don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support team at newchapters@kisharonlangdon.org.uk.
New
Just as it sounds—a brand new, unread book. It is in pristine condition, with the cover and any original protective wrapping intact. These books have no markings or stickers of any kind.
Like New
A copy that could pass for new. It has been handled with great care and is in excellent shape.
Cover & Spine: The cover, and dust jacket if it has one, are clean and intact but may show the slightest signs of shelf wear.
Pages: Crisp and clean, with no notes or highlighting.
Extras: May have a small pen mark (a "remainder mark") on the outer edge of the pages.
Very Good
A well-cared-for book that has been read but remains in great condition.
Cover & Spine: The cover is intact but may show some light wear. The dust jacket may be missing.
Pages: The pages are clean and unmarked.
Extras: May have a remainder mark on the outer edge. Any bundled media (like a CD or DVD) might be missing.
Good
The condition of a typical, well-loved used book. It has been read, but all parts of it are intact.
Cover & Spine: The cover and all pages are present and whole. The spine may show visible signs of wear. The dust jacket is likely missing.
Pages: May contain a limited amount of notes, highlighting, or a previous owner's inscription (e.g., a "From the library of" label).
Extras: Any bundled media is likely to be missing
