A short note on the terms and abbreviations used to describe the condition of the book or dust jacket
f : fine - clean, bright, almost new, shows very few signs of use.
vg : very good - one or two discrete flaws.
g : good - describes an average used book, which may contain any number and type of flaw, small stains, tears, scuffs, lengthy inscriptions, chips, may be loose from several readings...
p: poor - significant and glaring flaws.
exlib : any book with library markings
sb : softbound - an average or larger sized book with a paper cover, sometimes called a trade paperback.
pb : pocketbook or paperback - paper cover, roughly measures four inches by six inches.
The above abbreviations and terms are used when describing items from the out of print catalogues. The condition of a book is described first, followed by the condition of the jacket. For example, vg/g indicates a book in very good condition / with a jacket in good condition.
All items are guaranteed to be as described and returnable with prior notification, if found to be otherwise.
If you have questions regarding condition or content of any item, do not hesitate to write or call.
email: info@dominionbooks.com
telephone: (306) 946- 2182
