Yet the course of his career was forever altered when he came across a second-hand book on theatrical make-up techniques.

She could not afford to join a gym, so bought a second-hand book on fitness and tried searching the internet for some tips and advice.

There are now more than twenty second-hand book shops in the town.

After retirement from trade union activities, he ran a second-hand book business, specialising in recipe books.

This inspired them to launch a second-hand book business from home.