The condition of a first edition book, like all collectible books, is an important factor in determining its value. At first this can become somewhat confusing because when a book becomes very popular and is often reprinted many times over a number. We got over 200 titles in stock of different genre. Authors autographs in a book may be considered in various categories, including signed limited editions, signed trade editions, and association copies. Rare first edition, special limited large paper issue of shackletons fascinating account of the british antarctic expedition of 19071909, number 274 of only 300 copies printed. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. The yellow book any copies considered, especially full sets. A first edition is the first time a book is printed by a publisher. Click on the book s title to see first edition identification points for a particular book.
The childrens picturebook price guide includes first edition identification points for twentynine of the books in the list click on the books title to see first edition identification points for a. A first edition signed by the author will have even greater value. By the age of ten, toms dad would drop him off at coin shows within driving range, picking him up. The childrens picturebook price guide includes first edition identification points for twentynine of the books in the list.
Publishers will sometimes forget to remove the first edition words from the. First editions are soughtafter by book collectors and a first edition is usually more valuable than a later printing. A first edition signed by the author will have even. The other type of plan is a gift membership which can be tailored to the number of consecutive months you wish to send a signed first edition. The crown jewel in many a collectors library is a signed first edition. Facsimile signatures are those that are printed or stamped into the book. There is some controversy on the authorship, with some thinking that it was actually written by. Mar 19, 2018 i have a first edition jonathan cape 1986 hardback copy of going solo by roald dalh, signed inside the second page roald dalh 1986. Putnams sons first edition, first printing, mint, newunread in a flawless dust jacket, signed by the author. Eckloffs memoirs of a senate page, signed twice, and a photo of the author pasted in with the second signature. Each dust jacket is protected in an acidfree archival quality acetate cover. Auction data on books, autographs, manuscripts, maps, documents, prints, and photographs are available for free from a few auction sites. Childrens books rare books and first editions bauman. The books are bound in genuine leather with marbleized frontispieces, gilt edges, 22k gold accents and sewnin bookmarks.
Condition is very important and will greatly influence value. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. Whats the difference between a first edition and a first printing. Thats because the first printing only represents a portion of the total number of copies of a book that the publisher hopes to sell. It was lees first and only book until 2015, when go set a watchman was published and was instantly acclaimed, winning the pulitzer prize for fiction for 1960. How to identify first editions book collecting guide. A selection of 38 authorsigned franklin library limited edition the signed first edition society leather bound books, published between 1977 and 1982, out of a total of 60 such volumes. This collection of books are mainly first printings of the first edition and these collectable books and their dust jackets are generally in excellent condition. About author signatures and signed books empty mirror. All of our first edition books are hand signed by the. To kill a mockingbird first edition points and values. All of our first edition books are hand signed by the author without inscription unless otherwise noted. What are your harry potter bloomsbury edition books worth. When executing your search, fill in as much information as possible.
A dated signature is nearly always considered a good thing, especially if the date of signing is close to the date of the book s publication. New listing american dream machine matthew specktor signed first edition. The first is an ongoing plan where you receive a signed first edition book every month, for a minimum of three months, after which you can cancel anytime 30 days prior to the next release. Are the books on your shelves or in your grandparents attic worth something. Identifying, and valuing first edition dr seuss books. Bram stoker, dracula signed, first edition 1897 ebay. Current signed first selection click to order if you had ordered on a regular basis signed books from us since 1979, you would now have a library containing books signed by any number of the authors whose names appear in the lists below. Seuss books 2002, by helen younger, marc younger, and dan hirsch. There are many benefits to collecting first editions, but value and historical relevance, particularly of important or impactful new books, top the list for many buyers. The first edition bookstore sells rare and collectable books that includes illustrated books such as. By using the web site, you confirm that you have read. I like the way the search interface is arranged, but its important to keep a few things in mind. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much.
The first edition rare books rare books by notable people. Unless the author or publishers makes changes to the text, adds something like an appendix or authors note, or revises the text, there is only one edition from format to format. Signed books by the author author signed books are a passion of the fan, reader and book collector. The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open. How much is your signed book worth and where to sell it. The book is quarter bound in black cloth with black boards.
The first edition offers collectors the finest notable rare books. Set of 38 signed the signed first edition society books. Each signed first edition club pick is a first edition and first printing, personally signed by the author, delivered to you in pristine condition with its jacket in a transparent protective wrapping to extend the. A beatenup old book that is falling apart will have little value. Penguin first edition, first printing, mint, newunread in a flawless dust jacket, signed by the author. Definitely a first edition, blue hardbound, stamped. Book think clearly illustrates the importance of condition with its valuation of kurt vonneguts slaughterhousefive. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. At the age of six he began with sea shells, and soon graduated to coins, the gateway drug to so many other fields of collecting. Speaking generally, first editions will hold the most value if they are. First editions, autographed and signed books from feminism to the occult, naval history to crime. Sunrise collectable books is a selection of books which are hardbound, first editions and signed on the book page by the author. If your copy is a 3rd printing, or a book club edition, it wont have the same value as a first edition. Weve discussed limited editions elsewhere on the site.
The light blue front cover shows a young roald dalh as a pilot. The following table is an excerpt from our book the childrens picturebook price guide. A hardcover book published in 1958 by viking isnt the same as a reprint published by penguin in 1963. Many publishers will print the hardcover edition of a book and call that a first edition, then print the same text in paperback and call it a first edition as well. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate.
Each signed first edition club pick is a first edition and first printing, personally signed by the author, delivered to you in pristine condition with its jacket in a transparent protective wrapping to extend the life of the book. I have a first edition jonathan cape 1986 hardback copy of going solo by roald dalh, signed inside the second page roald dalh 1986. Find first edition copies of any book, searches over 150 million. The book is in perfect condition,no dammage to the spine or pages, the signature is clearly visible. A saga of churchill, family, and defiance during the blitz signed book add to wishlist. A selection of 38 author signed franklin library limited edition the signed first edition society leather bound books, published between 1977 and 1982, out of a total of 60 such volumes. A monthly subscription club for readers and collectors of quality signed, firstedition books the ultimate way to build a personal library, our signed firsts club will please true collectors and lovers of the written word. New listing cornelia funke signed the thief lord first edition fantasy adventure fine. First and only edition of the antarctic book, with the signatures of every member of the shore party, including shackleton. Browse through our inventory below or contact us to discuss your rare books. This selection ranges from 1917 to 1969, and really is. Browse and buy a vast selection of signed first editions books and collectibles on.
However, signatures signed directly on the book are more highly desired by collectors than those which appear on bookplates. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition childrens. Bookplus is a new starter in collectible books specialize in morden first edition and signed books. As weve mentioned elsewhere, first edition means the first printing of a book. First edition in book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book.
Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition dr. How to tell if a book is a first edition or valuable book riot. The estimated values are for first edition books, with dust jackets. The books are bound in genuine leather with marbleized frontispieces, gilt edges, 22k gold accents and sewnin.
How much is your signed book worth and where to sell. The estimated values in the table are for first edition books with dust jackets. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed rare. Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed. The first edition of to kill a mockingbird by harper lee was published in 1960 by j. Shop signed first editions books and collectibles abebooks. Signed trade editions are copies of the regular trade first edition signed by the author, with or without an. We scoured our vast selection of vintage books for the most beautiful dust jackets, and soon discovered that selecting just 30 was a nearly impossible task. Browse our fine collection of stephen king signed first edition books. One of the most scarce and desirable rackham titles. Oct 03, 2019 many publishers will print the hardcover edition of a book and call that a first edition, then print the same text in paperback and call it a first edition as well. Get the best deals on signed first editions when you shop the largest. Mar 28, 2010 the first edition of to kill a mockingbird by harper lee was published in 1960 by j. Deaver, jeffery goodbye man, the signed first edition book author signed hardcover book.
Seuss books should also own a copy of first editions of dr. If youre lucky enough to have a signed copy of any of these. Our books are historically important and allow the reader to own a piece of history. In the world of book collecting, a first edition is generally considered to be the first appearance of a work, in its first printing. Such a library would include some of the most entertaining, interesting, and important books by american writers over the past twenty years a library. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book.
Such a library would include some of the most entertaining, interesting, and important books by american writers over the past twenty years. Members of the club receive a thoughtfully selected book each month. Deluxe signed limited first edition, with 51 fullcolor mounted plates by rackham, number 5 of only 250 copies signed by rackham, one of the smallest limitations for a rackham title and the first book illustrated wholly by rackham to be issued in a limited edition riall. Signed books are much desired by collectors, and, generally speaking, a signature will enhance the value of the book. Our latest acquisitions of rare books and manuscripts in all fields, including first editions and copies in fine bindings.
For the most part, the first edition of a book is more meaningful to the world of book collectors than it was to the publisher who printed it. Arthur rackham peter pan in kensington gardens, willy pogany the tale of lohengrin, willy pogany tannhauser signed limited edition book, edmund dulac picture book for the french red cross, edmund dulac tanglewood tales, arthur rackham peer gynt, warwick goble the fairy book, rex whistler fairy. Edition and printing can be used fairly interchangeably in talking about collectible books, especially in regard to modern fiction. Watermark draws its selections from the best new fiction and nonfiction titles. Terry pratchett any first editions pre2000, any limited editions and any signed first editions.