In good condition with some marks on outside and interior front/back cover from use in the kitchen as shown in photos. No highlighting or writing. This cookbook titled "How to Cook Everything: The Basics" is a great addition to any cookbook collection. It has a variety of simple recipes suitable for young adults and adults who are looking to expand their cooking skills. The book is hardcover, illustrated with Alan Witschonke's drawings, and has 210 pages. The author, Mark Bittman, has put together recipes that are easy to follow and cover a wide range of cooking methods. The book was published in 2003 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company and is a part of the "How To Cook Everything" series. The book weighs 25.4 Oz and has an item length of 9in, item width of 8in and item height of 0.8in. With genres covering cooking and topics such as methods/quick easy and general, this cookbook can be perfect for anyone looking to enhance their culinary skills.