Publishing House: It should be influential, such as People's Literature Publishing House, Oriental Publishing House and so on.
Version: It is best to print the first edition for the first time.
If it's a series, it's better to make a set.
If it is a translated foreign document, it depends on whether there are other translations in historical Shanghai and whether they are directly translated from the language of the publishing country. For example, I specially collected a set of translations of the Tale of Genji by Mr. Feng Zikai in Japan, but I don't have any popular versions now.
Another reference is provided, but this article is not aimed at modern novels. Therefore, it is for reference only.
Which editions of books are collectible?
First, hard copy. Refers to hardcover printing or special printing. For example, the first printed hardcover edition of Paradise Lost translated by Zhu of Shanghai Translation Publishing House is only 3,400.
Second, the signature book. Some books are written by famous writers, so it is more meaningful and valuable to leave messages signed by celebrities. For example, 199 1, the book "Random Thoughts" signed by Mr. Ba Jin is extremely fine in quantity, and the price in Shanghai is as high as 13000 yuan.
Third, the first version. Most of the first edition books are printed and proofread by the author himself. It has always been valued by printmakers. For example, the first collection of essays by the famous poet Cang Kejia has become a treasure in the collection field.
Fourth, the unabridged version. Refers to a book that is not trimmed with binding tools, also known as a wool bound book or a wool bound book.
5. orphans. For example, Huang Shang's Collection of Brocade was only loaded with two volumes at that time, so it became a rare book.
Sixth, the original version of Hong Kong and Taiwan. Its original edition is favored by collectors because of its exquisite printing.
Seven, the version of ancient books. Because the longer the version, the more collectible it is, such as Tang poetry, Song poetry, Ming and Qing novels.
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