The common meaning of this term is the first printing of the first edition of a book. Information and translations of good book in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. Rare and key comic books that are coverless in many cases may sell for a percentage of guide value depending on the specific comic title and issue number. The great book of base is the most complete, informative, and entertaining book ever published on the sport of base jumping now known as the base bible, it is widely regarded to be the single most important source of base info available. Good describes the average condition of an older book some signs of wear and minor damage, perhaps to the dust jacket. Online sales used book condition descriptions used books. Winning a race has ultimately evolved around the trainer and horse relationship, along with strategically planning a proper entry for the horse to have an increased chance of winning.
Kelley blue book notes that the largest percent of owned cars fall into this classification. Condition problems are the number one reason we pass on books. The lowest grade for an old book is poor or reading copy. Booksellers always list the condition of the dust jacket after the condition of the book. Which means the book is better than very good and the dust jacket grade is less than very good. Describes a book that shows some small signs of wear but no tears on either binding or paper. The general condition guidelines do not apply to collectible books. Online sales used book condition descriptions used. Kelley blue book has four condition classifications for used cars, boats, and motorcycles. A book with a dustjacket will quite often be described with separate designations for book and dustjacket, as in fvg, where f fine is the condition of the book itself, and vg very good is the condition of the dustjacket. Very good vg shows some signs of wear and is no longer fresh, but still attractive. Definition of in good condition in the idioms dictionary.
Because individual vehicle condition varies greatly, users of nadaguides. The condition of a card directly affects its price. Later, two more sophisticated and general theories were proposed. In chemistry, bases are substances that, in aqueous solution, release hydroxide oh. Whether were buying in person or online, we only accept books that we consider to be in good condition. There are three major classifications of substances known as acids or bases. Kelley blue book employs a team of statisticians that analyze millions of transaction records to determine what the typical mileage of a vehicle should. Condition definition of condition by the free dictionary. Once again we would recommend mentioning these individually. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular books condition. Like the good book says, seek, and ye shall find matthew 7. Learn more about factors affecting book condition types of book editions.
Ioba book terminology independent online booksellers. The vermont antiquarian booksellers association vermont. Participation in this service by the racetracks is strictly voluntary. A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. To be considered collectible, a book should be unique in a way that could reasonably be assumed to increase the books value to a collector such as first editions and first printings. A book tobill ratio is the ratio of orders received to units shipped and billed for a specified period, generally a month or quarter. This theory was developed by svante arrhenius in 1883. The clear objective of any horse racing trainer is to win.
Vehicles with low mileage that are in exceptionally good condition andor include a manufacturer certification can be worth a significantly higher value than the clean retail price shown. The condition which the title alludes to is turners syndrome. Base conditions article about base conditions by the free. Base and superstructure are two linked theoretical concepts developed by karl marx, one of sociologys founders. Near mint nrmt is usually used as the standard grade or 100% of book price. The year is 1976, and the family, frank mckotch, an eminent scientist. A nontraditional book condition description that generally refers to a book in good or very good condition, although no standard exists for this term, and the word can be used to describe a wide variety of actual book conditions.
This text attempts to present the fundamental justification for condition based maintenance together with enough analytic and practical guidance for its implementation. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular book s condition. A book in which the text block, including illustrations, is complete but the binding is lacking, or in such poor condition it is beyond realistic restoration efforts. Information about good condition in the dictionary, synonyms and antonyms. It reminded me of a time thirteen centuries away, when the poor whites of our south who were always despised and frequently insulted by the slavelords around them, and who owed their base condition simply to the presence of slavery in their midst, were yet pusillanimously ready to side with the slavelords in all political moves for the upholding and perpetuating of slavery, and did also.
Condition based maintenance cbm is a maintenance strategy that monitors the actual condition of an asset to decide what maintenance needs to be done. To be considered collectible, a book should be unique in a way that could reasonably be assumed to increase the book s value to a collector such as first editions and first printings. No damage to the jewel case or item cover, no scuffs, scratches cracks, or holes. For example, anvg tells you that the book itself is in as new condition and the dust jacket is very good. Describes a used book that shows some small signs of wear but no tears on either binding or paper.
Somr price guides usually list several prices for a particular card, with each price assigned to a particular condition. Condition synonyms, condition antonyms merriamwebster. A fine book approaches the condition of as new, but without being crisp. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket if applicable is included for hard covers. The condition tells the story of the mckotches, a proper new england family that comes apart during one fateful summer. The 3rd edition, revised and updated, is once again the most complete compilation of info available. In all cases, the lack of a dustjacket should be noted if the book was issued with one. A term indicating a given book is in the same condition as when originally published. Here are accepted abbreviations used to describe book and dust jackets alike by professional booksellers.
The great book of base, 2010, matt gerdes, 0984555617. The following day was passed in trading with the crows for buffalo robes and skins, and in bartering galled and jaded horses for others that were in good condition. Jan 10, 2006 any definition of what constitutes a quiet book will naturally be subjective, but i think the important point here is that quiet isnt the same thing as inert. The average used book that is totally complete as issued and intact. The following is a general chart for price according to condition. It reminded me of a time thirteen centuries away, when the poor whites of our south who were always despised and frequently insulted by the slavelords around them, and who owed their base condition simply to the presence of slavery in their midst, were yet pusillanimously ready to side with the slavelords in all political moves for the upholding and perpetuating of slavery, and did. Glassine transparent paper sometimes used as a dust jacket to protect a book. In the world of databases, the primary key of a relational table uniquely identifies each record in the table. Use of one term or the other usually reflects the sellers or buyers expectation or experience regarding a particular book.
Grading guidelines used to properly describe condition of books. Kelley blue book assesses a used vehicles condition as fair if its tires need replacement, it has any rust which must be repairable to be classified in fair condition, it possesses some defects in the engine or other mechanical systems, or any visual flaws in the paint job or the interior. The book may have been opened and read, but there are no defects to the book, jacket or pages. When considering the purchase of a book for your collection, the condition and, if applicable, the dust jacket are the most important factors affecting the value. Proper usage and audio pronunciation and phonetic transcription of the word good condition.
Cbm dictates that maintenance should only be performed when certain indicators show signs of decreasing performance or upcoming failure. Any definition of what constitutes a quiet book will naturally be subjective, but i think the important point here is that quiet isnt the same thing as inert. An item that is used but still in very good condition. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Databases use keys to compare, sort, and store records, and to create relationships between records. There are some extreme exceptions such as prewwi jackets especially pre1900 jackets and titles like the a. For many collectors this is the minimum acceptable condition for all but the rarest items. Good g describes the condition of an average used worn book that is complete. Aug 11, 2015 horse racing condition book what is it. Condition based monitoring is an accepted feature of many industries. Describes a book in which the top, fore edge and bottom of the outside of the. Edition refers to the copies of a book printed from the same setting of type.
Base conditions article about base conditions by the. Asarvg base unit exceptions procedures of the head, neck, or shoulder girdle requiring field avoidance procedures performed in a position other than supine or lithotomy for either of the above circumstances, a minimum base unit of 5 should be used. Base refers to the production forces, or the materials and resources, that generate the goods society needs. Conditionbased maintenance cbm is a maintenance strategy that monitors the actual condition of an asset to decide what maintenance needs to be done. Jan 24, 2020 base and superstructure are two linked theoretical concepts developed by karl marx, one of sociologys founders. All cds and supplemental material must be present and unused. Base sa aming records, in good condition ang nasabing traction motor nang isalang ito sa mainline, the management said.
Some of the men, also, purchased horses on their own account, so that the number now amounted to one hundred and twentyone, most of them sound and active, and fit for mountain service. Very good vg describes a book that is worn but untorn. The book is as expected when bought except for the coffee mug stain on the cover. Base 66 is the true, nervewracking account of three young skydivers and their quest for membership in the most select extreme sports club on earth. A book is deemed fair if its complete, but the damage to the dust jacket or edges of the pages is more evident.
Exlibrary products are not allowed in this condition as they cannot be graded higher than good. Must always be noted as such no matter what the condition of the book. Condition books home horsemens information condition books the horsemens information area was developed in cooperation with incompass and race track managements across the country as a central location for racing office information commonly sought by horsemen, including condition books and overnights. An edition may go through several press runs, or printings. Good definition in the cambridge english dictionary. Good g a book, or dust jacket in average used and worn condition complete with all its parts.
Coverless books will typically sell for a percentage of the good condition value. The great book of base, 2010, matt gerdes, 0984555617, 9780984555611, birdbrain publishing, 2010. But theres a lot more here, and the main theme, one of. Base sa aming records, in good condition ang nasabing traction motor nang isalang ito sa.
Fair condition kelley blue book assesses a used vehicles condition as fair if its tires need replacement, it has any rust which must be repairable to be classified in fair condition, it possesses some defects in the engine or other mechanical systems, or any visual flaws in the. Ioba condition definitions independent online booksellers. About 80% of the books i listed were described as good, and the system would fill in book in good condition with some overall wear. Association copy a book that belonged to or was annotated by the author, someone close to the author, a famous or noteworthy person, or someone especially associated with the content of the work. Good is a somewhat misleading term and has done much to cloud the defining of book condition. There can be some fairly major faults with both book or jacket. Some offer summaries of the various biblical books and include essays or devotionals written by a variety of black authors on how to apply the good books principles to the problems of modern life. Good condition article about good condition by the free. Grading books how to describe condition at bookseller world.