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I thought I was the only one with one copy relegated to the workbench!! I know about greasy pages too! I still have copies of the telescope booklet available if in need. It's a must have if you intend to actually use these rifles and the telescope.
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If you think some of Skennerton's books have appreciated, try some of Dolf Goldsmiths... The Vickers book especially. (The Grand Old Lady of No Man's Land)
The reprinting of books is not as simple as one thinks. It all depends on who holds the copyright. Many times the author has a co author and they might hold the copyright and will NOT allow a second printing. A book in demand is worth more than a printed book. When trying to sell a publishing company or determine the net value of the assets, a book with a demand is worth more than one already published as the published book will be discounted about 70% PLUS towards the assets.
The world of publishing is a big bad world as I think many have found out in trying to get a book published.
Many authors pay thousands to see their works in print.
E-Books just don't cut it with me. Falling asleep with a laptop or monitor on my face is not a nice thought and no place to put the "stickies" for a quick reference.
Hopefully we might see the new highly anticipated Bren Gun book before paper disappears off the face of the earth.
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Agree with you 100% Warren. I am not ready to give up on the shelves of books quite yet.
Just had a look at recent prices and offerings of "grand old lady of no man's land" and it would appear to run around at least $500 or more these days. The devil's paintbrush, on the other hand, is still available for the reasonable price of $79, although there do seem to be a few sellers trying to multiply that value.
To heck with investing in sniper rifles....I think there is a greater return on books.
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Last year I visit USA and try to find one copy....no luck
I wish that this book will be on sale soon
the ebook could be a good idea for those like me who live in a country where is not available (saves the times of delivery shipping cost and import taxes).
