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Alibris Reviews Summary
Alibris enjoys a generally positive reputation among customers, particularly for its wide selection of used books at competitive prices and reliable shipping. Many customers appreciate the timely delivery and the ability to track orders, contributing to overall satisfaction. However, concerns arise regarding the variability in book conditions, with some items not meeting expectations, and delays in shipping for urgent needs. Additionally, the separate shipping fees for each book can deter purchases. Despite these issues, the platform remains a favored choice for many due to its extensive inventory and user-friendly website.
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Quickly found exactly what I was looking for, and at a great price.
Alibris had what I wanted at a very reasonable price, as you often do.
I can find almost any book I have looked up! Alibris has a wide variety of books that can sometimes be hard to find.
Received books full very beautiful ideas. I am now following one to make a pillow.
Easy, clear, comfortable. Not much to do just the basics. Felt safe
This is my second or third time purchasing a book through Alibris and they never disappoint. The book was priced extremely well (most affordable option I've found) and it arrived very quickly. Thank you for always providing exceptional service!
A good DVD will make anyone smile. Perfect!
Key Aspects of Primer
Production: Written, directed, produced, edited, scored, and starred in by Shane Carruth, a former engineer with a mathematics background.
Plot: Engineers Aaron and Abe stumble upon time travel while working on technical projects, creating a "box" that allows for limited time reversal.
Complexity: The film avoids explaining the jargon-heavy dialogue to the audience, diving deep into the technical and ethical chaos of time travel.
Accolades: Won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival.
Style: Grounded in a "do-it-yourself" aesthetic, focusing on the mental and moral toll on the characters rather than CGI spectacle.
I buy books on Alibris because descriptions are accurate and coupons help the price. Only complaint is returns are awkward and can be slow
Shipping and handling fee is too high. Knock it back a dollar
I am surprised that some books I am looking for are not available. I think the shipping and handling is too high, especially at volume.
Great value and prices. Have been purchasing from alibris for many years. Always a pleasure and with great customer service too.
First time on Alibris- easy to use! Looks like a wide selection, some of which was not available on Amazon!
I really appreciate the details provided re: story line
Helps making a decision whether this is a book I want to read or not!
Needed this book for a book club that delights in choosing obscure books or something available only through inter-state library loans, or e-books, etc. Overjoyed to get a very good copy- book came out 8-9 years ago
Easy access, saves data, easy checkout accurate search. Thank you!
The site was easy to navigate and purchase straightforward. Thank you.
Book was in beautiful condition. Good price. Delivered quickly. Will visit again
It used to be so user friendly to order, find books, change addresses. Now you have to jump through too many hoops. Not fun and the shipping is still ridiculous. More for shipping than my books. And it is Media Rate... cheapest the post office offers.
I keep saying the same thing. The shipping is ridiculous. They are sending it media rate... cheapest way possible. My purchase just cost 3 times more than my purchase. As for asking for a coupon... I have been buying and recommending Alibris for years. I have NEVER seen a coupon anywhere.
Major credit card issues! No transparency, system flips & mixes shipping and billig addresses, difficult to recognize, system ignores some credit cards, accepts others when using a wrong address. = no good experience
Copies are displayed clearly; check-out straightforward.
I love being able to search over a number of vendors for a series of books.
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This site has all the academic books I need, plus an entire library of interesting literature at a price that fits my budget.
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