Terms and conditions

1. Definitions:

  • "Seller", "we," "us," or "our" refers to Daniel Ahern Books.

  • "Buyer" refers to the person purchasing our books.

  • "Goods" refers to any of the books that we sell.

  • "Website" refers to the Daniel Ahern Books website.

  • “Other online retailers” refers to other booking selling sites we use to sell our books.

  • "Antique Shop" refers to the physical retail locations where our books are sold.   

  • "Book Fair" refers to a physical event where our books are sold.

2. General:

  • These terms and conditions apply to all sales of Goods by the Seller, whether through the website, at book fairs, or in Antique Shops.

  • By purchasing Goods, the Buyer agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions.

  • The Seller reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time.

3. Product descriptions and condition:

  • The Seller makes every effort to accurately describe the Goods.

  • Due to the nature of second-hand, vintage, and antiquarian books, Goods may exhibit signs of wear and tear, including but not limited to:

    • Foxing

    • Tears

    • Wear to covers and spines

    • Inscriptions

  • The Seller will note significant defects in the product description.

  • Buyers should understand that the description is a subjective view.

  • Photographs will form part of the description.

  • Buyers are encouraged to request further information or photographs before purchasing.

4. Pricing and payment:

  • Prices are as stated on our website, on other websites selling our goods, at book fairs, or in antique shops.

  • Payment must be made in full before the goods are dispatched (for online sales) or upon purchase (for in-person sales).

  • The Seller accepts cash, bank transfer, and, if bought online, the payment methods offered by our or others’ websites

5. Online sales and delivery:

  • The Seller will aim to dispatch goods within threeworking days of receiving payment.

  • Delivery costs will be clearly stated at checkout.

  • The Seller is not liable for delays caused by third-party delivery services.

  • Risk of damage or loss passes to the buyer when the goods are passed to the delivery service.

6. Returns and refunds (online sales):

  • In accordance with the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, the Buyer has the right to cancel their order within 14 days of receiving the goods.   

  • The Buyer must notify the Seller of their intention to cancel in writing.

  • The Buyer is responsible for returning the Goods in the same condition as received, at their own expense.

  • The Seller will issue a refund within 14 days of receiving the returned Goods, provided they are in satisfactory condition.

  • Specific conditions relating to damaged goods during delivery, should also be listed.

7. Returns and refunds (book fairs and antique shops):

  • Sales made at book fairs and antique shops are generally final.

  • Returns and refunds may be offered at the Seller's discretion.

  • The seller is not obliged to offer returns for buyer remorse.

8. Liability:

  • The Seller's liability is limited to the purchase price of the Goods.

  • The Seller is not liable for indirect or consequential losses.

  • Nothing in these terms and conditions excludes or limits the Seller's liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or for fraud.

9. Intellectual property:

  • All content on the Website, including text and images, is the property of the Seller and is protected by copyright.

  • The Buyer may not reproduce or distribute any content without the Seller's permission.

10. Data protection:

  • The Seller will comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

  • The Seller will only use the Buyer's personal information for the purpose of fulfilling the order.

11. Governing law and jurisdiction:

  • These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

  • Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.