Ralph,
bookdepository have replied and did offer me a replacement copy, but I declined as I do not want to go through the hassle of going to the courier service to send back the book. BUT the main thing is that I don't think I want to wait for the new copy to arrive before I can begin reading the book, the temptation to start reading is too great

Also, I have already got the torn pages from Ralph and the Company will be sending me a printed copy of the pages. I think I can live with that.
Because I chose not to get a replacement, the Company has given me a 35% discount for the defect, which they have already refunded into my paypal. So instead of paying USD61, my cost is now USD40 only. So all in all, I applaud the speedy response by them and its customer service

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