Full Description
It is widely, and wrongly, assumed that books are never so valuable as when they lie unopened before us, waiting to be read. Good books bear multiple readings, and not merely because our memories fail us; the desire to repeat a good reading experience can be its own powerful motivation. And for bibliophiles, books can also be works of art, physical objects with an aesthetic value all their own.
This guide for the book-loving baseball fan is written by one of the most knowledgeable collectors in the country, author and editor Mike Shannon. Beginning with a history of baseball books and collecting, it also identifies the most sought-after titles and explains how to find them, what to pay, and how to maintain their condition.
Contents
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Preface
1. A Short History of Baseball Books
2. Which Baseball Books to Collect
3. Where to Find Baseball Books
4. How to Care for Your Collection of Baseball Books
5. How Much to Pay for Baseball Books
Price Guide
Glossary
Appendix A: Baseball Book Awards
Appendix B: Interview with Willis Monie
Bibliography
Index
