The Copper Beech
by Maeve Binchy
1992, Franklin Library edition
50 Collectible Books Under $50.00
by Beth Carswell
Who says book collecting has to break the bank? Often when we imagine collectible books, we envision enormous, golden-edged Shakespeare tomes under glass, but the truth is, it's not limited to antiquarian books - a collectible title can be any rare book, limited edition, unusual book, or any book likely to appreciate in value. If you want to start a book collection, but aren't sure where to start, the idea can be daunting indeed. For those new to book collecting or wanting refresher tips, our Basic Guide to Book Collecting may be a good place for you to peruse.
And to get you started, here we've put together 50 collectible books under 50 dollars to highlight some of our favorite authors, binding styles, writing styles and titles; all at an excellent bargain. You don't have to be a Rockefeller - collectible can be affordable. Some people start collections of pulp fiction, or collections of books illustrated by artists they love. The sky is the limit. Invest in a beautiful bookshelf.
On with the list!
*Please note: quantity on rare books is extremely limited; copies on display may sell quickly.
The Enchantress of Florence
Salman Rushdie
2008, First Edition, First Printing, Signed by Salman Rushdie.
Susanna and Sue
Kate Douglas Wiggin
1909, First edition children's, color illustrations, decorated cloth.
Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism & Capitalism
George Bernard Shaw
1928, First American Edition, Hardcover.
The Arts
Hendrik Willem Van Loon
1937, story of painting and sculpture. First printing, illustrated by Van Loon
The Land of Little Rain: A Story of Hopi Children
Muriel H. Fellows
1937, 21 full page color illustrations.
Pilot Bails Out
Don Blanding
1943, First Edition, 3rd Printing, Military poems from WWII. Hardcover.
Japanese Art
Sadakichi Hartmann
1904, bound in pictorial cloth, top edge gilt and beautiful illustrated color plates
How They Kept the Faith
Grace Raymond
1898, a very rare early edition of this Victorian tale of the Hugeuenots.
Dottie and Willie Flufftail
Howard R. Garis
1920, beautiful edition from collectible Uncle Wiggily series.
Under My Wings
Captain Basil L. Rowe
1957, First edition, The Adventurous Autobiography of Captain Basil L Rowe.
Me Talk Pretty One Day
David Sedaris
Signed copy of David Sedaris’ amazingly funny memoir of living in France.
Astrology, Your Place in the Sun
Evangeline Adams
1928, Dodd, Mead & Co. Blue hardcover with gilt lettering.
