Thank you for viewing. This is a photo essay collection by Miyako Yoshida, a principal of the former Royal Ballet in the UK, and a source of pride for Japan. Photos and words written by Miyako Yoshida are presented on facing pages. There are no noticeable scratches or stains, but there is a small scratch on the left side of the cover (photo 3). Other than that, both the outside and inside are clean. I purchased it and read it once, and have kept it carefully on my bookshelf, so it is in good condition, but please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. I will carefully package and ship it as soon as possible after purchase. Thank you very much.