The book was obtained at a giveaway from a high school library. There will be printings of the schools name on the side of the pages and/or the word "DISCARD" and on the front cover as well as a sticker which was used for organizing and a tag with old check out dates. All of which were kept to attempt to maintain its condition. Although this book does have a plastic covering which has preserved the front cover from damage. Otherwise, the quality is as indicated