Due to being cut, the overall condition is listed as poor. Unless otherwise noted, there are no writings or missing pages. There may be some paper folds or tears that do not interfere with scanning. Also, while scanning and digitizing often makes reading easier, older books may have age-related deterioration such as yellowing of the paper. On the other hand, newer books may have been cut from new copies. "Cut" means that the spine of the book has been cut to create a "bundle of loose pages" for the purpose of converting the book into an electronic file such as a PDF. Converting a book from its bound state to a "bundle of loose pages" is done to make it easier to scan with a document scanner specialized for continuous reading of large amounts of documents. Once scanned and converted into an electronic file such as a PDF, it can be read on tablets and computers. Searching for "book self-scanning" will provide further understanding. Covers and obi (wraparound bands) may not be cut if they fit within the scanner's reading width (216mm). Large-format books exceeding A4 size will have their covers cut to match the scanner's reading width. In any case, the paper is in a condition that is not suitable for reading, so please refrain from purchasing if you do not intend to digitize it. "People Who Bloom at 50, People Who Stop at 50" Mayumi Arikawa Price: ¥1485 #MayumiArikawa #Mayumi_Arikawa #book #society/general