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Book Finds, 3rd Edition: How to Find, Buy, and Sell Used and Rare Books (Paperback)

by Ian C. Ellis (Author) "The used and collectible book market divides into three relatively neat categories: reading copy, antiquarian, and modern first edition..." (more)
Key Phrases: trade fodder, book scout, remainder mark, United States, Stephen King, Rule of Three (more...)
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Product Description
An updated edition of the essential insider's resource.

For the experienced collector or someone embarking on a new hobby, this newly revised and updated edition of Book Finds reveals the secrets of locating rare and valuable books. Includes information on first editions and reader's copies, auctions and catalogs, avoiding costly and common beginner mistakes, strategies of professional "book scouts," and buying and selling on the Internet.

About the Author
Ian C. Ellis has been working as a book dealer for more than 20 years, haunting bookstores around the world. He currently specializes in science fiction and mysteries.

Product Details
  • Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Perigee Trade; 3 Updated edition (March 7, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0399532382
  • ISBN-13: 978-0399532382
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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