Terms describing condition are based on antiquarian book trade standards as set forth in the AB Bookman's Weekly . They are the most widely accepted trade definitions of condition and we adhere strictly to these definitions when describing the condition of our books. We strive to describe all our books as accurately as possible, noting all defects and blemishes. Both books are excellent guides to book collecting and highly recommended. Ads or adv.
All edges gilt.
As New As New is used to refers to a book only when the book is in the same immaculate condition in which it was published. Books that are As New are crisp, tight and fresh. Any book or publication that belonged to the author at one time. The book must show some evidence of this either in the form of a signed book plate or an inscription by the author. Less frequently used to indicate a book that came from the library of a notable person but that was not written by him or her.