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Loretta try searching for the titles on eBay. good luck

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

need to find price on books

-- Contributed by: Loretta

Brent those sound amazing! Try the following site. They are a registry of professional book appraisers. http://www.booksappraised.com/ Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I've got two small John Milton books (paradise lost and paradise regained) that have a publishing date of 1752. It appears they were a private printing of only 13 copies. The books are complete but the covers are not attached. I've got some very detailed pictures but no clue who can help me appraise and possibly sell them. Any help would be appreciated.

Brent Bean

-- Contributed by: Brent Bean

sorry alanzo, I will need more information. I dont understand you question

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

ther is no date on the book, how much does it offer,s

-- Contributed by: the haunt of horror

Rick I am sorry. I can't find anything on it. I would take it to a local appraiser if I was you and get an accurate appraisal.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a 1866 by The Derby & Miller Publishing Life and campaingns of LIEUT-Gen US Grant By Rev. P. C. Headley I'd like to sell it, how much should I ask for the book. Thank you for your time. Rick

-- Contributed by: Rick

You are welcome Shirley. I love the illustrations in old kids books. :) Sometimes they are actually worth more than the book.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Thanks Marve. Your info was a big help.

-- Contributed by: Shirley

Although I can't find the exact title, similar titles in very fine condition sell for $20 or less. While there is no way to appraise it without seeing it the truth is that few old books are appraised at more than $30.00. FOr the most accurate appraisal you should take it to a local appraiser. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

We have a book titled 'Children's Story Book' "More than 60 famous stories. With new illustrations by Romney Gay" It was published by Whitman Publishing Co. in 1914. The cover has a colored picture of Little Red Riding Hood with the wolf looking out from behind a tree. The book is roughly 11.5" x 8.5" x 1.25". The covers' edges are worn and a previous owners name is written in pencil on the inside. Other than that the book is in excellent condition. I haven't been able to find the book anywhere on the web Can you give me any idea of value? Thanks in advance for any help you can give.

-- Contributed by: Shirley

Sally you did not give much information. Depending on the condition of the books you can expect about $5 per book, maybe a bit more if you have a complete set. Check with a local dealer for accurate evaluation in your area.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

the new practical reference library dated 1920 to 1921

-- Contributed by: sally

If this is the one I am thinking of you have an excellent find. There were only 10,000 copies of the first edition A.C.McCLurg printed. In good condition the first edition book can command up to 300.00 in the right cir...stances. I suggest you take it to a local appraiser experienced in pricing books for an accurate evaluation. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have several intereting copies of books on spies and intelligence, but recently realized that my collection contained a 7.5x5 brown cloth, hard copy of Tarzan and the Ant Men. Published by Grosset & Dunlap, 1924, by arrangement with A.C. Clurg & Company. The hardcover itself has a black picture of Tarzan standing on an elephant's head holding a spear, both trumpeting their way through the jungle. The inside cover has a drawing of Africa with animals and peoples. The title page shows Tarzan on the elephant, spear in hand, from a side view. Can anyone tell me about this particular edition? Thank you.

-- Contributed by: Ric Jordan

Nettie, you will need to take your book to someone who specializes in antique tomes. A book's value is very dependent on its condition and without a date I could not begin to tell you the worth. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a "Robinson Crusoe' No date orISBN number It is signed bySamul M Williams on the Christmas of 1882. Can you tell me it's value?

-- Contributed by: Nettie Ravareau

If was printed in a magazine in 1910..if this is the copy you have I found it for $75.00 on Abe Books. It was part of several collections of his work but I can't find anywhere where it was published on its own until much later. You should take your copy to a local appraiser for the best evaluation.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Hello, My name is Annaliesa Hanson, i have a book of the poem "IF" by Rudyard Kipling, which i believe to be a first addition, copy wirtten in 1910. I was wondering if you could give me advice as to the value of this item and if its worth getting appraised. To me it looks in fair condition and i believe it to be one of a kind. If you could get back to me as soon as possible that would be great. Thank you so much.

-- Contributed by: Annaliesa

Robert, those are awesome books! Great find. Lady of the Lake is worth less than 10.00 in most cases, depending on the condition, provenance, and other factors. Tale of Two Cities by Dickens is generally found at less than five dollars, although there are some variations on this. FOr an accurate appraisal you should contact someone locally. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Jill, George Bernard Shaw was a prolific writer, finding his success in plays and theater. Man and SUperman was originally published in 1903. Even the very early copies of this play sell for about five dollars unless there is some other facet to drive the price up, such as unique provenance or autograph. For an accurate appraisal you should take it to a local appraiser. Best of luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

yes, i have come across two books that i now own from a garage sell, they are tale of two cities from Dickens and lady of the lake by scoot, lady of the lake was printed in1903 , the version i have now and the other, tale of two cities was printed in 1923 ,no, i don't think i want to sell them, but well, i am interested in if they are worth anything dollar wise, and if not, who cares? they are both wonderful books!

-- Contributed by: robert

I'm trying to find a value for a book I bought several years ago at a flea market. It has a green cover, MAN AND SUPERMAN I believe it is some sort of playbook, under the title it also says A Comedy And A Philosophy By Bernard Shaw It says at the bottom New York Brentanos, 1918 then has a typed price 40 cents net. THANKS!

-- Contributed by: jill

Tina, I found volume three (1784) for $50.00 and would assume that your set without volume two would be worth double that. If you had volume two it would more than likely add to the value. This is just ballpark. Much of the value depends on condition, where you are, etc. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I am trying to find the value of a cpl books I have they are 1784 and they are very small books. they are The Poetical works of john gay including his fables. I have the original 1st & 3rd, missing the second. thanks

-- Contributed by: Tina

John, I first need to tell you that we don't do appraisals on LoveToKnow. There are too many variables in items for it to be done effectively on the Internet. All values are based on condition as well as other factors. Saying that. After a lot of digging I found your books on Antiquarian Books for a little over $4,500.00 you can view the description here: http://www.ilab.org/db/search.php?All=illustrata You will need to scroll to almost the bottom of the page. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Would like to know the value of wilkinson,s londina illustrata vol1 and vol2. both are jan 1st 1825 by rob wilkinson

-- Contributed by: john trafton

Alan, a 1977 book is not old enough to be worth much at all unless there is something unique about it. You should take it to a local appraiser if you have any questions regarding its worth. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a 1977 Moby Dick (sealed) , What is it worth? Thank you, Alan

-- Contributed by: Alan Jones

Debbie The Penny Magazine was published each Saturday for the working classes, to help them raise their awareness. It was part of Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge's program for liberal reform of British society and had information about nearly everything. A single copy would not be worth much however, generally you can find an entire year collection of this magazine for under $100. The best thing to do is to take it to an appraiser for an accurate evaluation.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Jerome, I can't find a value for The 20 Mule Team Brigade anywhere although there are a number of texts uploaded to the Internet. You should take it to a local appraiser for an accurate evaluation. The poor condition will make a huge difference in value. Slave Songs of the United States is very collectible, by both bibliophiles and collectors of Black Americana. You don;t say which edition yours is so it is impossible to determine even a rough estimate of value. First editions of this book in excellent condition can command up to 1,000.00 at the right auction but that is unusual.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a (worn cover and old pages)it's called The Penny Magazine printed in 1837 it is a very neat book and I was wondering what it might be worth can you help me?

-- Contributed by: Debbie Miller

I have a poor copy (worn cover and pages)of "The 20-Mule-Team Brigade" and I also have a hard cover copy (worn green cover in fair condition of "Slave Songs of the United States", I was wondering the worth of these books.

-- Contributed by: Jerome Holmes

Dr Warren, If you are looking for a value I suggest that you take it to a local appraiser who can give you an accurate evaluation. :)

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

"Jack Benny" Marks with Marcia Borie. ISBN:0-385-12497 Catalog Card number 77-80902 Copyright @ 1978 by Mary Livingstone Benny and Hilliard Marks with Marcia Borie. First Edition

-- Contributed by: Dr.B.V.Warren

John, in order to get a value you will need to take them to a local appraiser. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

value of a set of 6 by ;- G.A.T.MIDDLETON MODERN BUILDINGS THEIR PLANNING CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT in excelent condition. just wanted to find a value of them ,thank you

-- Contributed by: JOHN BARKER

Tony, what a treasure! It sounds wonderful.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have William Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' plus 6 more plays in the same book. Printed in 1709 it is the first small edition with plates. The book is in very good condition though obviously at 300 years old not mint.

-- Contributed by: Tony Carson

jp -that depends a lot on the book, the author and many other things. :) I would check with someone who specializes in rare books. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Wondering if having a book with the chapters all mixed up, is considered a RARE BOOK?

-- Contributed by: jp

Pilgrims Progress by John Bunyan is a classic. The value of an antique book is dependent on many things, the condition being one of them. The best thing you can do is to take the books to a local antique dealer or auction house specializing in antiques and have them go through them. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

just inherited a box of various books.some are very old ~I am looking to sell them ,one is a book by John Runyan,'The Pilgrim's Progress from this world to that which is to come.Delivered under The Similitude of a dream. Published in 1855 Any clues or direction to lead me in would be much appreciated. Thanks

-- Contributed by: nikki

That is amazing. For our readers that are not familiar with this book... The book was written for his children..but he would not allow it to be published until 1934. After publication it became wildly popular among those who read it but is largely unknown among his works, if that makes sense. It was syndicated in newspapers and many people made their own copies of the book by scrapbooking the cut out newspaper stories every week. I couldn't find much either..I did find this, if it helps at all...http://rarelibrary.com/book/Dic-b/100/LIFE+OF+OUR+LORD%2C+THE.html

Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I am really struggling here.

I have in my posession a collectors 1st edition number 120 of 250 in a pig skin cover. It is In The Life of our Lord by Charles Dickens. Our Rare Book Business cannot find anything on it

-- Contributed by: R Twentyman

Daniel, we don't have literature here..just keep studying and researching on the Internet. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I am a young Nigerian graduate who is not just curious about rare books but love to know more about them to carve out a niche as a librarian in rare books collections for myself. Kindly send me more information.

-- Contributed by: daniel olorunkosebi

Yes Toni, I have. It is by MRS. HB Paull who translated it from the German...There is a write up on it, if you have access to archives for the New York Times, July 22,1894 which is a press release from a different publisher. This book was published by several publishers,with the earliest (to my knowledge) being in 1872. She was the first to call the fairy tales Andersen's Fairy Tales. The original German title is Household Tales Told for Children! You certainly have a treasure there. For the best appraisal you should take it to a local appraiser because value will be determined by condition. I hope this helps.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

looking for value on ANDERSEN'S FAIRY TALES by H.B.Paull published in 1879 by J.B.Lippincott&Co.,A New Translation.-No one has heard of it,have you?

-- Contributed by: toni porley

Chris, Thomas Hardy ran the serial version of Tess of the D'Ubervilles in the July through December 1891 London Graphic. The value will depend on the condition of the periodical as well as the desirability of it. You should take it to an appraiser locally that specializes in antique books and periodicals. Hope this helps!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Mark- we don't do appraisals here, however, if the book dealers were reputable you should be able to trust them. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Can anyone tell me what a copy of the London Graphic July to December 1891 is worth? Thanks.

-- Contributed by: Chris

IS THEIR ANYONE IN THIS WORLD THAT KNOW THE TRUE VALUE OF SIR A.CONAN DOYLE'S BOOK "THE SILVER HATCHET,and other stories." CRESCENT EDITION.1891? PUBLISHED BY GEORGE MUNRO'S SONS,NEW YORK. THEIR ARE 6 STORIES IN THIS BOOK AND IT'S IN MINT CONDITION. ONLY 3 ANTIQUARIAN AND RARE BOOK DEALERS GAVE ME THE NUMBERS 1,500-15,000 . CAN ANYONE IN THIS WORLD GET THE NUMBER CLOSER TO WHAT IT IS TRUELY WORTH? THEY TELL ME THE BOOK IS SO RARE THEY DON'T KNOW EXACTLY.OR THEY ARE JUST TRYING TO HUSTLE ME FOR MY BOOK I DON'T KNOW? MARK

-- Contributed by: MARK

you are very welcome, Teresa, that is what we are here for!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Thank you Mary Audet, For the info on my book. Was a big help.. Teresa

-- Contributed by: teresa

I am sorry Josh. I couldn't find anything on it at all. I suggest you take it to a local appraiser for the most accurate value. Hope this helps.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have an old book if anyone knows how much it is worth. "A History of the United States" (Thompson)1904.

-- Contributed by: Josh

Arthur, we don;t buy books nor do we facilitate sales here. Your best option would be Amazon, eBay, or a local dealer. Good luck.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have over 30 old books over 90 to 100 yrs old..example edgar allan poe (the works of poe) the net..ext..email me to help me determine or if your interested in these clasics all books are in great shape...

-- Contributed by: Arthur Guzman

Emmeline Lott was a governess for the son of the Viceroy. She spent much time in the imperial harems of Egypt and Turkey. Her diary of those times is an amazing look into that culture from the point of view of a woman. The book is not considered extremely collectible, nor is it very well known, although I think it probably should be! You should take it to a local appraiser for accurate valuation. Hope this helps!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

The English Governess in Egypt: Harem Life in Egypt and Constantinople By Emmeline Lott Publishers: T. B. Petersen and brothers 186? Anyone know anthing aboout this book. and value? Thanks

-- Contributed by: The English Governess in Egypt: Harem Life in Egypt and Constantinople

adam, I am sorry we don't do appraisals. You should try to get in contact with a local appraiser that is knowledgeable about antique books. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a 1899 hard cover black beauty book. I would like to know how much it is worth

-- Contributed by: adam

Marjorie, We are unable to do appraisals here. You should get in contact with an appraiser that specializes in antique books for an accurate idea of the value. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a 1941 war book called THE VICTORY BOOK 1941 Edited by M Cargill Sir Winston Churchell sighn a speach was printed by the Jamacia Gleaner com What may it worth thank you M avish

-- Contributed by: Marjorie Kavish

Steven- I am sorry, I can't do appraisals. In order to get the most accurate value you need to take it to an appraiser that specializes in rare books. here is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google. I hope this helps.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I have a Robert Browning Pippa Passes first edition printedin 1841, it is in the binding backwards and upsidedown,could you tell me how much itis worth?It is a red soft cover,the edges are a little jagged,other than that it is in fair condition, Thank You Steven

-- Contributed by: steven mitchell

Hello Konstantine - Unfortunately, I am not able to give appraisals. To find the value you need to find an appraiser that specializes in antiquarian books. The best thing to do it contact an antiquarian book dealer. There is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google. Good luck with your search!

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

Hello, I have a book titled Abraham Lincoln, The War Years, Volume III written by Carl Sandburg. It was Published by Harcourt, Brace & Company, 1939. It does not have a jacket but it is in new condition. It includes 426 half-tones of photographs & 244 cuts of cartoons, letters, do...ents. Can you tell me anything about the value of this book? K. Mendrinos

-- Contributed by: konstantine mendrinos

Heelo Mack - I am sorry but we are not able to estimate value. Try finding an antiquarian book store or appraiser in your area. If not, there is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google. Good luck with your book!

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

    I have a book of poems written by robert louis stevenson entitled "reward of life" copyrighted 1911 by the hayes lithographing co.  fair condition padded paper cover. can you give me an estimate

-- Contributed by: mack

Hello John - Unfortunately, I am not able to give appraisals. To find the value you need to find an appraiser that specializes in antiquarian books.There is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google. Good luck with your books!

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

Hello Yvonne - I am sorry but I do not know the answer to your question. Try contacting an antique dealer or appraiser that specializes in Ephemera. Good luck with your book.

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

hi,i have a lot of old books i want valued please.picturesque views on the southern coast of england by j.m.w.turner r.a.engraved by w.b.cooke & george cooke &other eminent engravers it is vol 11,published by john &arthur arch cornhill,1830 ???.unit 1 a book by herbert read published by cassell &company limited,to name just two and are they rare

-- Contributed by: johnremfry

i have a cincinnati illustrated business directory but im not sure when it is from. they dont have authors or publishing company info either.the thing i notice to be so interesting is the numbers we have today have 7 digits this book shows the numbers having 3 digits. if you have any information i would greatly appreciate it. thanks. yvonne sharp

-- Contributed by: yvonne sharp

Hello Doug - Your book was written by Marcus Zueri Boxhorni who lived from 1612-1653. The book was written in 1651 but there have been many reprints. The best thing to do it contact a rare or antiquarian book dealer. There is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google.

The translation of what you wrote is - CL. V. Marci Zueri Boxhorni imperious Roman dissertationes politicÃƒÂ¦. To approach Joannis Schmideli. Observata by Marci Zuervi

Good luck with your book!

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

I have this book and wonder if it is worth anything. It is in Latin.

CL. V. Marci Zueri Boxhorni imperio romanorum dissertationes politicÃ¦. Accedunt Joannis Schmideli . . . Observata by Marci Zuervi

-- Contributed by: Doug Ridley

Hello Stephanie, Rachel and Tim - Unfortunately, I am not able to give appraisals. The best thing to do it contact a rare or antiquarian book dealer. There is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, which can be found on google. Good luck with your search.

-- Contributed by: Terry Hurley

Hello, I have a book titled Byron The Works of Lord & Lady Byron Inverse and Prose Published by Dearborn Publishing in 1837. Can you tell me anything about the value of this book?

-- Contributed by: Stephanie

Hi I have someone I know who just bought a 1936 Gone with the wind book. She was woundering about how much it was worth. If you could help me find out how to help her it would be greatly appricated.

-- Contributed by: rachel

 I have acquired a book written by Samuel Clemens aka(Mark Twain)The title of the book is The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. The cover of the book is gold, there is no copy write date, or no reprint dates. The pages seem to be fine paper. My guess is the book must be from the late 1800's, in doing some uneducated online researches so far. Can you help me determine it's estimated value?

-- Contributed by: Tim Bab...

That is something only you can determine. Worth it in terms of monetary value in the future? Worth it in terms of historic value? You should consult an antique book dealer for a professional opinion.

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

I have 4 vol. of The Spectator printed 1776 in London. They need conseving--wondering if the money to be spent is worth it?

-- Contributed by: Bill O'Leary

Consider contacting a rare book dealer. There is a list at Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America

-- Contributed by: Kathleen Roberts

My mother has several small leather bound books that belonged to her mom. They are novel's shrunk down in size so soldiers in WW 1 could carry them in their pockets. She doesn't know their value but she says they are in x-lnt shape. The leather is in good shape and is in different colors, some blue, some black but in great shape. She needs to know their value because she wants to sell them. Anyone got ideas on how to obtain values of these books?

-- Contributed by: Mike Clark
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