Feedback from customers on various venues
Below are genuine comments received from customers, and please note that I always follow up my orders with the question "did I do it right?" and some of these are in response to that question - names are removed to ensure anonymity!
Book: The Travelling Grave and Other Stories by HARTLEY, L. P.
This has been by far one of the most pleasant and personal book buying experiences via the internet I have had since around 1999 when I first started using a home computer. As the internet evolves and every Tom, Dick, and Harry has seen how relatively easy it is to buy books cheap and then re-sell them over the internet I have had more than my fair share of clunker experiences which include inaccurate descriptions, bizarre packing materials, outrageous shipping fees and just plain rude sellers who have called me extremely unkind names when I dare to voice my dissatisfaction.
Happily, you will never be included in that padded cell of ruffians and lunatics who call themselves internet "booksellers." You are a true Bookman of the highest order. It was delight to receive such gracious and friendly service from your handsomely designed email to let me know the book was on is way to the personal note included with the very well packed book. The book itself - L.P. Hartley's Travelling Grave - is smashing and I think in much better condition than a mere G/G. And it was quite a bargain to boot! I can't rave about this transaction enough except to add that I more than likely will be stopping by again.
Thanks so much for saving internet bookselling from the wild heathens and making it the urbane and pleasant business it should be.
Book: American Psycho by ELLIS, Bret Easton
Yes, I received my book. I placed the order (ID: XXXXX) on your site on Aug 7th and I received the book here in Copenhagen just a few days later. It absolutely matched your description. I was impressed with how quickly I received the book. So next time I'm looking for a certain book I will know where to look first!!! Thanks very much!!!
Book: Frost in May by WHITE, Antonia
Yes, all good, good, and good!
Book: The Rise of Statistical Thinking, 1820-1900 by PORTER, Theodore M.
The delivery and book condition perfectly matched my expectations. I will recommend your store and hope to find something interesting in the future.
Book: Robert Smith's Young Showjumper
yes indeed, all received safely. I have also found a use for the boxes you send them in - 2 piled on my office chair keeps the cats off! No more furry seats!!
Book: The Bodley Head Scott Fitzgerald (II Volumes) by FITZGERALD, F. Scott
I received the books last week and I can say they definitely met with my approval, in fact they were better than described, definitely much closer to Fine than Very Good. I can't fault the description, packaging, or customer service. Thanks! I'll keep an eye on your website.
Book: The Romance of Rhodesia by WADIA, Ardaser Sorabjee N.
Yes I have recieved it and everything was as you said it would be. Thank you for the additional contact and work in getting it here. It is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Book: A History of Britain: At the Edge of the World? - 3000 BC-AD 1603 Vol 1 by SCHAMA, Simon
yes thank you very much, all was recieved and in perfect condition. will pop over to amazon and leave feedback for you. kindest regards
Book: Just William's Luck by CROMPTON, Richmal
Yes thanks - have received the book and your description was spot on. It was a birthday gift for my dad who has quite a few of the collection from his youth and is trying to fill the gaps. I'm sure i'll be ordering from you again particularly as Christmas is just around the corner. Many thanks for your help and prompt delivery.
Book: The Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism and Capitalism by SHAW, Bernard
The book arrived last week, and was exactly as described. Thank you. I am stopping myself from browsing your website in detail, as I need to read through the books I've just bought first!
Book: White Light by RUCKER, Rudy
I did indeed receive the book today. Thank you very much for the speedy delivery and I was pleasantly surprised to find it in what I would consider 'as new' condition rather than just 'fine'. It was especially appreciated as the previous edition of 'White Light' I sourced via Alibris, from the USA and returned the same day, was described as 'new' and turned out to be an early '80s edition of 'reading copy' quality. I often buy 'reading copy' and 'poor' editions but it is always nice to know what I'm buying before I open the package! Thanks again for the good service and I'll bookmark your site along with the other reliable vendors I use.
Book: Old Broomsticks by THOMAS, J Bissell
Just left you glowing feedback, since you certainly deserve it, and I hope to shop with you again! Thanks for everything.
Book: Heaven's Mirror: Quest for the Lost Civilization by HANCOCK, Graham; FAIIA, Santha;
Sorry for the delay in responding to your e-mail as my access has been rather hit and miss just lately. Busy life but I'm not complaining. Yes we did indeed receive the book and have passed it on to a delighted recipient. We were delighted that the book more than met the description on your site and we will have no hesitation using your services in the future. I intend making feedback via amazon when I next have the opportunity and you are now in our bookmarks. Thanks again for the service and all the best for the future.
Book: Familiar Wild Birds by SWAYSLAND, W.
The book was received safely yesterday, thank you, and in excellent condition for its age. My husband, who is the author's great great great..... grandson, was delighted.
Book: Biggles on the Home Front by JOHNS, Captain W. E.
Dear David, Have done as you asked and given you top marks in Amazon's rating list. Am always on look out for second hand hard back Biggles under £20 so will keep looking through your brousing list for those I have not yet found. Thanks for an excellent web page. Good wishes.
Book: The Do-It-Yourself Game Shoot by HUMPHREYS, John
What a fabulous service. Yes the goods arrived in remarkably short order and in very food condition. Exactly what I hoped for. Thank you for a very efficient and prompt service. I have already passed your site address on too my son, who spends hours scouring book-shops in London and is a real bookworm! I suspect that, for him, part of the pleasure is the browsing, but there will be times when he is stumped.
Book: Blonde For Danger by GRAY, Berkeley
Many thanks David, the book arrived promptly and exactly as described - many thanks for taking such care and I will get feedback up on Amazon soon. Best wishes.
Book: Extraordinary Powers by FINDER, Joseph
Thanks for your note and for your excellent service. The book arrived last Wednesday, was well protected and in the condition described and my son has already dived into it and is turning the pages quickly. I did look on the website to see if I could add feedback there, but couldn’t seem to find a link. If you can direct me I will provide you with the due excellent feedback you deserve.
Book: The Maintenance and Driving of Vintage Cars by WHEATLEY, Richard C.; MORGAN, Brian;
The book is splendid and being put to good use. I have a 1927 Vauxhall that requires regular attention!
Book: Lucia in London by BENSON, E. F.
Good Afternoon David Just received book this very day,in perfect order. Many thanks for all your help,will certainly use your service again. Ten out of Ten for customer service,much appreciated.
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