First edition book dealers

First edition book values how much is a book worth. The first edition rare books rare books by notable people. We stock highlights from the 19th and 20th centuries. In publishing terms, a first edition book is all copies that were printed from the same setting of type as when first published. Peter harrington specialises in selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, library sets, maps and original.

For hardcover books published from the 20th century onwards, the presence of a dust jacket and its condition also greatly affect value. In collecting terms, a general definition of 1st edition book would be a works first commercially available appearance in book form, printed with the original setting of type. We also buy rare 1st edition books and specialise in ian fleming hardback books. Our collection of first edition oz books exceeds all of the antique book dealers combine. First edition books original first editions signed first editions. Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed, inscribed. Books to sell bauman rare books first editions, signed and. Check your local phone directory under books, used dealers to find an appraiser. We are always looking for first 1st edition books in hardback, we buy single books or large collections. 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. Rare books first home of bookseller 1st editions and antiquarian.

Alibris buy new and used books, textbooks, music and movies. Alibris is your source for new and used books, textbooks, music and movies. First and only edition of the antarctic book, with the signatures of every member of the shore party, including shackleton. Rare books for sale for the bibliophile, book lover, and book collector. We are always looking for first 1st edition books in hardback, we buy single books.

Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed rare. Bauman rare books offers an extraordinary selection of rare books and autographs in all fields. In collecting terms, a general definition of 1st edition book would be a works first commercially available appearance in book form, printed with the original setting. First editions are soughtafter by book collectors and a first edition is usually more valuable than a later printing. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. Identifying first editions the new antiquarian the blog of the. Discover your rare book source, featuring outofprint books and antique books. We also purchase from public and private libraries, and will evaluate or purchase house clearances in the area. The first edition of harry potter and the philosophers stone is the only book in the series that credits joanne rowling as its author j.

With over 20 years serving oz collectors, we had an opportunity to obtain a large collection of oz books and memorabilia. The first edition offers collectors the finest notable rare books. Each book thats published, of course, has a first edition. Browse through our inventory below or contact us to discuss your rare books. Rowlings birth name before she took a pen name and a. Thankfully, there are a number of excellent books by longtime book dealers which detail how individual publishers denote first editions. Visit us online, at our galleries in new york or las vegas, or call. Peter harrington specialises in selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, library sets, maps and original artwork. Specialists in ian fleming, agatha christie and roald dahl. The book is only described as a second edition if significant changes are made to the copy. Our books are historically important and allow the reader to own a piece of history. Or, contact a local auction house if you believe your books may be very valuable. If you have any old, secondhand or rare books, then get in touch. Alibris has been selling books, movies and music since 1997.