Prices Of Books: An Inquiry Into The Changes In The Price Of Books Which Have Occurred In England At

""Prices of Books: An Inquiry into the Changes in the Price of Books which have Occurred in England at Different Periods"" is a historical research work written by Henry B. Wheatley in 1898. The book examines the fluctuations in the prices of books in England over time, from the 14th century to the late 19th century. Wheatley delves into the various factors that have influenced the price of books, including the cost of production, the state of the economy, and the demand for certain types of literature. He also looks at the role of publishers, booksellers, and government regulations in shaping the book market. The book provides a fascinating insight into the history of the book trade in England and the evolution of book pricing practices. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of publishing, book collecting, or the economics of the book industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.