Imagine that you're cleaning out the attic and
find an
old volume of The Hound of the Baskervilles. One of the
first things you'd probably wonder is how much it was worth. How do people determine if
they've got a first edition or just another book?
There are a lot of variables to consider
in determining the value of a book. What's its condition? Is it a first edition, first trade edition
or first separate edition? Is it signed by the author? Is
it a cloth-bound book? Because many of these factors
aren't apparent to the layperson it's usually best to
have the volume appraised by a qualified book dealer. The
dealer will want to see the book so you'll want to find
one in your area. Keep in mind that most dealers charge
for appraisals.
