How might you shop for the book lover in your life? Take John Steinbeck as an example: The classic American novelist is beloved and collectible. A top quality first-edition of "The Grapes of Wrath" might cost $10,000 or more, yet later editions and even other, less perfect first editions are much more affordable. "Look for a copy of a book with no dust jacket," Whitmore suggests. "You could find a first edition of 'The Grapes of Wrath' with no dust jacket probably in that $300-$500 price range."

Source: Los Angeles Times December 07, 2017 18:00 UTC