Although the most modern fabrics are missing due to it being a book from the 80's, this is a true must have book whatever fabric related trade you're learning. It will be your bible and teach you things you didn't expect you needed to know. A very precious book I will recommend throughout years to come.
Brand new, wasn't very sure about it, should have done more research as I thought it didn't need freezing for the main part, I would have preferred the Gaggia as that's not an issue with it but it works fine, just a hassle to have to freeze the tub all the time.