I kept this book on a bookshelf after purchasing it. I do not have any pets, and I do not smoke. Please understand that this is a used item before purchasing. - Title: The Youth That Said Nothing - Author: Minoru Tada - Publisher: Sanseido Bookstore - Condition: Small stain on the inside of the cover - Condition: Minor tear on the inside of the table of contents page Overall, there are no problems with reading it. Thank you for looking.