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The great unknown – book survival rates
Doesn't it make more sense to define rarity by establishing survival rates, rather than referencing original, out of date, print-run numbers

Peter Crush
Apr 18, 20249 min read


How to spot 'Frankenstein' books - Part 2
Last week we highlighted some general tips about how to spot first impression James Bond books that might be paired with later jackets....

Peter Crush
Apr 11, 20247 min read


How to spot 'Frankenstein' first editions (Part 1)
We’re told not to judge a book by its cover. But when it comes to Ian Fleming first editions, that’s exactly what’s needed to avoid...

Peter Crush
Apr 4, 20248 min read


The terrible combination of books and light
Light does enormous damage to rare books (especially dust bright, colourful jackets). Should we just accept this, or try to do something...

Peter Crush
Mar 28, 20247 min read


The subjective world of book grading
Books are notorious for being described as fine or near fine when they are not. How can this subjectivity be removed (or can it?)

Peter Crush
Mar 21, 20246 min read
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