Posted By:
Max Weder
Rare and unusual books will still command high prices. However, the internet has redefined what is "rare". Putnam editions are now plentiful in all editions, and Spalding and Spink are commonplace.
However, if a first edition of a Pitching in a Pinch appeared in dust jacket (if such exists), there would be a bidding frenzy on ebay to match the strength of the vintage card market.
However, I'm not sure there will be as a high demand for first edition and vintage copies of the ACC, when reprint editions become digitally available. Once the card collectors with a fine sense of appreciation for books (Leon et however many are al) acquire their copies, where will the new collectors come from (as Barry, Corey and Scott have all pointed out)?
I'm still looking, and wishing I could dig up the cash for Sol White, but a kitchen renovation awaits instead this summer (ie several copies' worth of Sol White)
Max