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Miller's Collecting Modern Books [Hardcover]

Peter Selley , Catherine Porter
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  • Hardcover: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Miller's Publications (18 Sep 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1840007230
  • ISBN-13: 978-1840007237
  • Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 19.2 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 144,708 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This guide, which is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced collectors, examines what you need to know about collecting British and American books from the late 19th century to 2002. It includes chapters on all of the major areas - literature, children's, illustrated, fine printing and binding - and explains the factors that influence value. Special features focus on the lives and work of key authors and illustrators from Arthur Conan Doyle to J.K. Rowling, and there are information boxes highlighting popular collecting areas. Dust jackets, illustration processes, and collecting manuscripts and original artwork are also covered. Comprehensive practical collecting information is given, including a guide to where to buy and sell books and a glossary of technical terms. Over 350 books are illustrated and values.

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Format:Hardcover
Focuses on key British & American book genres, from the 19th century onwards. Explains technical features that determine price of book & shows you how to buy & sell books from dealers & auction houses.

Superb book, colourful & concise, oversized hardback, does what it says in the product description.

Recommended for book collectors & sellers.
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