I purchased this book, Harry Potter,  Chamber of Secret's, 1st/1st HC UK Deluxe,  new in 1998 and it has never been read and only opened for photo's.  It has been stored in a sealed container in a non-smoking home.  It has never been on a bookshelf and there is no writing, damage or marks of any kind.  The ribbon has never been moved from it's original location.   I pack in a cardboard box with bubble wrap, NOT A PADDED ENVELOPE, and ship FREE by USPS Priority Mail and include insurance to cover purchase price.  All photos are of the book for sale and I am happy to provide other photos and/or answer all questions.  Thanks for looking!!