It's quite old and almost unused. I lightly flipped through it when I first got it, and then stored it carefully in a dark place. Regarding the condition of the item, I've rated it as "no noticeable scratches or stains" considering the age-related deterioration (yellowing, etc.) and initial minor stains (slight soiling on the back cover). Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for perfection, as this is a personal inspection. It will be shipped with waterproof vinyl packaging and reinforced with thick cardboard on both sides. Recycled packaging materials may be used. Instant purchase welcome. No separate sales of the included booklet or price reductions. Please feel free to ask any questions in the comments. "A Special Night" Fukuinkan Shoten, August 2009, No. 89 [Contents] Have you ever wondered, "What happened to the creature inside?" when you found a cicada's shed skin? Have you ever wondered, "What kind of hole is this?" when you found a round hole about 1 centimeter in diameter in the ground? These are traces of "special night events." This is a beautiful picture book of a summer night, depicting the cicada larva emerging from the ground and undergoing metamorphosis. Search terms: Insects, cicada, shedding, picture book enjoyment ISBN: 4910061050899