# A proposal under difficulties by John Kendrick Bangs — resale value

**A proposal under difficulties by John Kendrick Bangs** — resale value from real closed eBay sales.

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-06-19. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| UPC / EAN | 9781532934384 |
| Brand | John Kendrick Bangs |
| Published | 1896 |
| Publisher | S. French |
| Pages | 70 |
| Editions | 7 |
| Category | Drama |

## A proposal under difficulties resale value

**A proposal under difficulties** by John Kendrick Bangs (1896). Across 7 editions. Used-book value depends heavily on edition (first printing vs. reprint), condition, dust jacket, and whether it's signed. First editions and out-of-print titles command the biggest premiums.

### What drives the price

First editions/first printings, intact dust jackets, signatures, and unmarked pages are the top value drivers. Book-club editions and later reprints are worth far less.

## FAQ

**Is this a rare edition of the play?**

This work has appeared in 7 editions, but its 1896 publication date gives it historical value.

**What is the ISBN for this drama?**

The ISBN for this specific listing is 9781532934384.

**Who is the author of "A Proposal Under Difficulties"?**

The drama was written by John Kendrick Bangs and published by S. French.

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