I have no success trying to sell several books on eBay recently. I think I have priced them low enough to start; complete descriptions, pictures. And any book I try to sell is in very good or better condition. But no offers! For example, the auction expired on a copy of Patrick Woodroffe's book,...

I am signing off for the next few months. I am sick and tired of reading attacks on others, books for sale and totally irrelevant postings. See you in January, 2005. Art Layton Stamford CT

(PWTreasures) wrote in message ... I am taking offers for signed books. I have 10 boxes I am going through and the first has yeilded these two signed books. Mont Pelee and the Tragedy of Martinique by Angelo Heilprin...

Went to a Library sale yesterday in Westport, CT. 60,000 books and dozens of dealers. After spending an hour there and finding nothing even remotely interesting, I have decided to give up on libarary sales. It seems like I see the same books at every library sale. Maybe I am just jaded, but I just...

If you were collecting books (fiction and non-fiction) about WWI (The Great War), where would you start? These would have to be printed or translated in english. Can you recommend dealers that specialize in WWI books? Art Layton Stamford, CT USA

I just purchased ($12.50) a bottle of "Book Deodorizer" to use on some books that came from a smoker's home. Instructions say to put book in airtight container with a comparable amount of granules. Wait a few days to a few weeks. Will let everyone know whether this was successfu. Art...

I am trying to find out publishing information for "Touching the Void" by Joe Simpson for the UK printing. Who was the publisher, length of book, first edition identification, dust jacket, etc. What are the sources available for this information? Art Layton Stamford CT

Does anyone have a scan of Joe Simpson's signature? He wrote "Touching the Void" in 1986. The book is about surviving an accident while mountain climbing in the Andes. I saw the movie over the weekend. An incredible story! Art Layton Stamford CT

Thank you to everyone who suggested course content and resources for a class on book-collecting. This will be a continuing education class that I will facilitate later this year. Art Layton Stamford CT

I have been asked to present a class (or classes) on collecting books as part of a continuing education program thru the local school system. I am looking for your suggestions about what subjects to include. Some are obvious, such as determining first editions. Please give me your best thoughts on...

"Bob F." wrote in message ... A true First Edition of the Hardy Boys adventure, "While The Clock Ticked", just sold for over $7600.00 on eBay!!!!!!!!!!! The last copy of this edition sold for over $5000.00. Check those...

I just finished reading Mr. Bradley's latest book, "Flyboys", about the use of air power against the Japaneses in WWII. I expect this book will become a classic. However, it is likely there will be some negative feedback because of the discussion of American atrocities during the Pacific war. What...

This is not an attempt to sell anything, but you will enjoy seeing this listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3573078725&category=13543 Art Layton Stamford, CT

Does this sound like you? http://www.cnn.com/2003/US/Northeast/12/30/man.trapped.ap/index.html Art Layton Stamford CT

After reading "Firsts" Magazine, I decided to check out David Meyer's book, "Memoirs of a Book Snake" from my local library. Whlile perusing the holdings, I also picked up copies of Lawrence and Nancy Goldstone's books on collecting. Then I noticed that all the books about book collecting were...

I have no financial interest in this show, but thought I would remind everyone. January 23-24, 2004 New York NY Fair: Books at the 25th Street Armory Hours: Fri: 4-10. Sat: 11-5. # Dealers: 85 Location: 69th Regiment Armory Address: 68 Lexington Avenue Contact: Mancuso Show Management...

A while back, I believe it was on this news group, someone built bookshelves and very proudly sent pictures. If that person is still around, would he please resend the pictures. I was very impressed with the construction and would like to show them to my son. Thanks in advance, Art

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