I decided not to run today at lunch so I could go to the local Barnes and Noble (mostly because my knee is a little tweaked, I’ll be up and running tomorrow).
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Am I losing the Edge?
January 12th, 2009On Why Limited Editions May Actually Be Distracting to a Collector
September 26th, 2008I collect limited editions. I think that many collectors, including myself tend to be distracted by the over-valuation of limited editions in a collection. We are attracted to the limitation of the run, the production of the book (when produced by a quality publisher), the possibility of the increase in monetary value, and the “bragging rights’ of having in our collection of a book that is well sought after. We are enthralled by the possibility of a book that would be produced with high quality materials and techniques. We think the limited edition is superior to the trade editions just on the fact that it is limited.
I also think that it could be detrimental to the collector’s overall collection if they focus on these limited editions and forgo any other type of edition of modern or even out of print books. Unless said collector is only compiling a limited edition collection.
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