A system of surgery

A system of surgery by Bell, Benjamin

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Brand
Bell, Benjamin
Author
Bell, Benjamin
Published
1783
Publisher
printed [by MacFarquhar and Elliot] for Charles Elliot, Edinburgh; and G. Robinson, London
Pages
570
Editions
21

A system of surgery resale value

A system of surgery by Bell, Benjamin (1783). Across 21 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.

Frequently asked questions

How rare is this 1783 edition of Bell's surgery text?
This is one of 21 known editions of the work, making it a relatively rare historical medical text.
Who published this volume?
It was printed for Charles Elliot in Edinburgh and G. Robinson in London.
What is the approximate size of this book?
The volume contains 570 pages.