Clean, no rips or stains. There is a name that was blacked out on the inside cover as seen in the pictures. Other than that there is no writing in the book. Get your hands on "The New American Eskimo" by Hofman & Flamholtz, a vintage hardcover book published in 1996 by OTR Publications. This book is a must-have for all dog enthusiasts, with 224 pages of detailed information on the breed. The book is illustrated and covers topics such as the dog's history, characteristics, grooming, training, and health.