FROM BARN BURNER TO BOMBARDIER

crisp : A term often used to indicate a book's new-like condition. Indicates that the hinges are not loosened. A book described as crisp will not have 'well-read' pages, i.e., where the book will naturally open to certain pages or sections.

inscribed : a short note written by the author or a previous owner in the beginning of a book, generally accompanied by a signature.