Its about London and it was printed in 1880 - give or take 10 years.
Would the London Libary know anything about it.
2006-11-21 01:25:53 · 7 answers · asked by speedball182 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Some one was throwing it during building work – don’t know what site.
Then some one else found it in a random place and it was passed to me.
I was the only person that had actually read a book for pleasure so I was kind of a default receiver of the book.
2006-11-21 01:34:17 · update #1
I don't mind handing it on its just i'd like to know a bit a bout it - my geeky side is showing
2006-11-21 01:35:23 · update #2
I'll get all the information that i can and i'll do another question in a day or so.
sorry for not having it all here with me.
I have no idea how you grade a books condition.
The front cover is not attached to the back - some plonker has also put a thick marker line on the front.
The first few pages are loose and from them on its in good nick – I’ve got books 2-3 years old in worse condition.
All the pages with writing on them are there….thats about all I can say on its condition.
2006-11-21 02:01:59 · update #3
It might be best to offer it to a local museum. Its condition is not too good but it could be on display with the book open. Unless it is a first edition or of great historical interest it is unlikely to be worth much in either monetary or interest terms.
2006-11-24 10:47:44 · answer #1 · answered by Amanda K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi >
I wonder what the actual book is, by whom, the imprint etc.
Certainly, if published in 1880, it would be of interest to a book collector, especially if in good condition.
Sorry, can't help unless I know the title & authour.
If it is the dead sea scrolls, you are in business.
All the best,
Bob
2006-11-21 01:54:48 · answer #2 · answered by Bob the Boat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing to do is ring them, and ask. If the book is in good condition, they might be interested. Just be able to document how you came by it, and prove ownership, in the event that it turns out to be rare or valuable.
2006-11-21 01:31:09 · answer #3 · answered by protectrikz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the British Museum might be interested in it? Failing that, the Library, as you said, might be able to give you some pointers.
2006-11-21 01:29:06 · answer #4 · answered by Darkwing 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
british heart foundation in streatham hill take them and sell them the money goes to charity or some great cause
2006-11-21 03:34:27 · answer #5 · answered by Shahnaz B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
THERE ARE SOME LIBRARIES WHICH DESIRE TO HAVE AS MUCH OLD OLD BOOKS AS THEY CAN HAVE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESERVING THEM AND FOR HISTORY PURPOSES.
2006-11-21 01:51:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm sure any library would also take it.
2006-11-21 01:34:12 · answer #7 · answered by Arletta S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋