Rare Book Seller <This is a regular edition published on May 16, 2011 (first edition), and is not a rental copy.> {The item for sale is "Secrets of Esoteric Buddhism," edited by Akira Masaki, published by Shin Jinbutsu Orai-sha. Please refer to the product images.} [Book Title...Published Year...Product Condition] "Secrets of Esoteric Buddhism - Kūkai's Legend and Forbidden Secret Arts" ... 2011 ... No obi / No underlining or writing inside the book (Note: Please forgive any oversight). It can be considered clean, considering its age, and there are no problems with viewing or reading it. There are no problems with viewing or reading it, but please understand that this is a used book and a vintage item.