# Laughing time by William Jay Smith — resale value

**Laughing time by William Jay Smith** — 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 | 9780374343668 |
| Brand | William Jay Smith |
| Published | 1955 |
| Publisher | "Detskai͡a︡ lit-ra" |
| Pages | 54 |
| Editions | 6 |
| Category | Poetry |

## Laughing time resale value

**Laughing time** by William Jay Smith (1955). Across 6 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 "Laughing Time"?**

It is one of six editions published, making it a notable piece of William Jay Smith's work from 1955.

**What is the original publication information for this book?**

It was published in 1955 by "Detskai͡a︡ lit-ra" and contains 54 pages.

**What is the ISBN for this specific poetry collection?**

The ISBN listed for "Laughing Time" is 9780374343668.

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