The condition is poor because I read these when I was in elementary school. There are stains, folds, and sun damage on the cover. Please understand that all volumes have scratches (folds) or stains, although they are not shown in the photos, before purchasing. Available for immediate purchase. No splitting up the set. Pet owner / Smoker Although I store them in a separate place, please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. Stored at home, managed by a private individual. I will usually ship within 3-5 days.