Huxford's Paperback Value Guide

In 1939 when paperback books began to be mass-produced, a whole new world opened up for readers. Previously only best-selling books reached the hands of avid fans; now millions could afford the small twenty-five cent books. When we realize that this period was before the age of mass communication, the paperback book was truly a great innovation. Today these early editions are eagerly sought after by collectors.

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Table of Contents:

COVER

Introduction

How To Use This Book

Abbreviations

Book Buyers

How To Succeed As a Paperback Collector

Condition and Grading

Terms That Describe Edition

Paperback Auctions

Paperback Shows and Fairs

Acknowledgements

Book Sellers and Auction Houses

Pseudonyms

Book Buyers