I have a signed, hardback copy of Noam Chomsky's Hegemony or Survival. How much is it worth if I sell it?

Question

The copy I have is in very good condition, with some shelf wear on the dust jacket. It is the first edition of the book, printed in 2003, with the author's signiture in ink on the first page. I have been considering selling it, but don't know what would be a fair price for it. The book is in pristine, unread condition other than the dust jacket wear. Any input about the books value would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

The only true test of what it's worth is what someone is willing to give you for it.

I think Chomsky is an interesting individual and I haven't read that book yet. It might be kinda cool to read a signed copy. I will give you 20 bucks over suggested retail. Email me if you are interested.

Answer 2

When I want to know the value of a book, generally, I go to Amazon and look up the "new and used" marketplace sellers. There are categories for the condition of the book as well as a "rare" category for autographed books.
If you can find your book there, it's easy to tell what other sellers are asking for it. Whether they get that money for it is another question.
If mine isn't listed there, I'd check Abe Books and Alibris, and then head for the local library and talk to someone in the reference dept. They might have access to more resources that would be helpful.
I'm not sure I'd take it to a bookseller unless I didn't want to sell it.

Answer 3

I can't appraise the book, but I know it's too new to be worth much, especially since the author is still alive. I'd hold on to it for awhile.