ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: London ; New York : Verso] Hardcover First Edition Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; xiv, 178 p. ; 19 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (p. 173-174) and index. Summary; Part-memoir, part-history, here is an account of the collapsing standards of contemporary publishing. Gone is the plethora of small but prestigious houses that often put ideas before profit in their publishing decisions. Now 6 behemoths share 80% of the market and margin is all. Part-memoir, part-history, here is an account of the collapsing standards of contemporary publishing. Subjects; Schiffrin, André. Pantheon Books — History — 20th century. Random House (Firm) — History — 20th century. Publishers and publishing — United States — History — 20th century. Publishers and publishing — United States — Mergers — History — 20th century. Book industries and trade — United States — History — 20th century. Small presses — United States — History — 20th century. KNTP: Publishing industry. Publishers and publishing — United States — Biography. Publishers and publishing — United States — History. Bookselling and publishing — 1950-1999. Bookselling and publishing — U.S.A. — 20th century. Publishing industry ; Biography & autobiography: general. LITERARY CRITICISM / Books & ...
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ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso, NY] Hardcover First Edition 1st printing; 181 clean, unmarked pages/bibliography/index Size: 12 vo
[Hagerstown, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]
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ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Very Good condition; Very Good condition dust jacket. Tight binding. Crisp, clean pages. 86pp.
[Seattle, WA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso, New York] Hardcover First Edition "The Business of Books: How the International Conglomerates Took Over Publishing and Changed the Way We Read" by André Schiffrin is a hardcover edition presented in gray papered boards quarter-bound in black cloth, featuring elegant silver spine lettering. In Near Fine/VG+ condition, this book comes with a pristine, Fine/Like New dust jacket that has been beautifully preserved.Written by André Schiffrin, a renowned figure in the publishing industry, this book provides a captivating exploration of how international conglomerates have transformed the world of publishing, consequently influencing our reading habits. Schiffrin delves into the history and evolution of the publishing industry, shedding light on the rise of conglomerates and their impact on the dissemination of literature."The Business of Books" offers a thought-provoking analysis of the changing dynamics within the publishing world, raising important questions about the commercialization and commodification of literature. Schiffrin's expertise and insights into the industry make this book a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of business and literature.With its well-preserved dust jacket, this edition of "The Business of Books" adds to the visual appeal of the book. The covers are in excellent shape, and the binding is solid, ensuring a satisfying ...

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso Books] Hardcover Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Dunfermline, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso Books] Hardcover Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Reno, NV, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover First Edition A history of publishing books from the 50s on to today almost. The changes in the industry have been massive and continue to do so now. A fascinating insight. This is a perfect mint copy.
[Farmington Hills., MI, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso Books] Hardcover First Edition Verso Books 2000 1st edn 1st imp hardback. Fractional bump to top of spine/dj otherwise fine/fine. spotless boards. pristine contents with no markings and binding as new.Jacket is unclipped. Very near fine/very near fine.
[Buckfastleigh, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2000]
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ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover Like new condition
[Clarksville, TN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]
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ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.3
[Reno, NV, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.3
[AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso, New York] Hardcover First Edition First edition; 181pp. Tight, clean copy in bright dust jacket.
[Springtown, PA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso, London] Hardcover First Edition viii, 181p., no illustrations beside the author portrait on dust jacket, hardbound first edition in grey papered boards with black cloth backstrip lettered in silverfoil. Faintest signs of handling, a very good clean copy.
[San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2000]
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ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso] Hardcover
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2000]

ISBN10: 1859847633, ISBN13: 9781859847633, [publisher: Verso Books] Hardcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9781859847633
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2000]

NY Verso 2000 1st Hardcover Near Fine in Near Fine jacket 12 vo. 1st printing; 181 clean, unmarked pages/bibliography/index.

New York Verso 2000 1 Hardcover Very good in fine dust jacket. "The Business of Books: How the International Conglomerates Took Over Publishing and Changed the Way We Read" by André Schiffrin is a hardcover edition presented in gray papered boards quarter-bound in black cloth, featuring elegant silver spine lettering. In Near Fine/VG+ condition, this book comes with a pristine, Fine/Like New dust jacket that has been beautifully preserved. Written by André Schiffrin, a renowned figure in the publishing industry, this book provides a captivating exploration of how international conglomerates have transformed the world of publishing, consequently influencing our reading habits. Schiffrin delves into the history and evolution of the publishing industry, shedding light on the rise of conglomerates and their impact on the dissemination of literature."The Business of Books" offers a thought-provoking analysis of the changing dynamics within the publishing world, raising important questions about the commercialization and commodification of literature. Schiffrin's expertise and insights into the industry make this book a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of business and literature. With its well-preserved dust jacket, this edition of "The Business of Books" adds to the visual appeal of the book. The covers are in excellent shape, and the binding is solid, ensuring a satisfying reading experience. The interior pages are clean and unmarked, allowing ...

New York Verso Books 2000 First Edition Hardcover Fine in Fine jacket Book. Signed by Author(s) SIGNED by the AUTHOR on the Title page. Author's Signature only. A First edition, First printing. Book is in Fine condition. Boards are clean, not bumped. Fore edges are clean. Interior is clean and legible. Not remaindered. Dust Jacket is in Fine condition. Not chipped or crinkled. Not price clipped. Dust Jacket is covered by Mylar Brodart. All-ways well boxed, All-ways fast service. Thanks.

Verso 2000 First Edition. Hardcover As New in As New jacket Size: 12mo-over 6? "-7? " tall; Type: Hardback First Edition 2000 Verso Publishing. Hardcover Book and Dust Jacket As New. As New in fine gray cloth with silver titles, solid and square with sewn binding, sharp, square corners. Handsome volume describing the transformation of American publishing, with the demise of a plethora of small but prestigious houses that often put ideas before profit in their publishing decisions, sometimes even deliberately. Now five behemoths share 80 percent of the market and profit margin is all (2000). Part memoir, part history, here is an account of the collapsing standards of contemporary publishing that is irascible, acute, and often passionate.181 pages. 12mo-over 6? "-7? " Tall. 2000, Verso, London and New York.

Verso 2000 Hardcover Good Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Verso 2000 Hardcover Good Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Verso 2000 Hard cover Good in good dust jacket. Ex-library. Good+, pages are clean and tight, front endpaper is price clipped, there are library stamps; good+, mylar dustjacket is rubbed and creased Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 181 p. Audience: General/trade.

Verso 2000 Hardcover Very good

Verso Books 2000 Hard cover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781859847633.