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Prices of Books / An Inquiry into the Changes in the Price of Books which have occurred in England at different Periods

By Henry B. Wheatley
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A detailed historical inquiry traces changes in English book prices from early printing to the nineteenth century, surveying auctions, private sales, and market trends. It analyzes factors that determine monetary value — rarity, mechanical improvements in production, authorial reputation, physical qualities such as paper, typography, and binding, provenance and autographs, and sentimental or specialist collecting interests — and explains how supply, demand, and changing tastes have raised or lowered prices for different classes of works. Interspersed examples and pragmatic observations illustrate how scarcity, celebrity, and technological change interact to shape commercial valuations over time.

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Henry B. Wheatley

Henry B. Wheatley was a British author and bibliographer known for his contributions to library science and literary history. His works often explore the intricacies of cataloging and indexing, as seen in titles like "How to Catalogue a Library" and "How to Make an Index." Wheatley also delved into historical subjects, notably in "Samuel Pepys and the World He Lived In," which examines the life and times of the famous diarist. His book "Literary Blunders: A Chapter in the 'History of Human Error'" highlights the amusing mistakes found in literature, showcasing his keen interest in the quirks of human expression. Wheatley's writings reflect a dedication to the preservation and understanding of literary heritage.

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