Pre-owned and/or vintage books are not comparable to new books, and so minor signs of wear and tear such as scuff marks, finger prints, and creases to the spine or pages are to be expected. Sometimes a vintage book will have a musty or similar odour from age and being stored. All major flaws or damage will be included in the item description and the photographs. I skim through each book before listing and will comment if I find markings or small flaws. I do not examine each page and therefore I cannot guarantee that I have not missed a marking or the like. It is for this reason that I describe books as acceptable or good even when they appear to be in a higher category of condition