# The bamboo fire by Mitchell, William E. — resale value

**The bamboo fire by Mitchell, William E.** — 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 | 9781138534384 |
| Brand | Mitchell, William E. |
| Published | 1978 |
| Publisher | Waveland Press |
| Pages | 271 |
| Editions | 8 |
| Category | Travel |

## The bamboo fire resale value

**The bamboo fire** by Mitchell, William E. (1978). Across 8 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 Bamboo Fire?**

This book is part of an 8-edition run, making it a well-known title rather than a rare collectible.

**What is the publication year of this travel guide?**

The Bamboo Fire was originally published in 1978 by Waveland Press.

**What is the ISBN for this specific copy?**

The ISBN listed for this edition is 9781138534384.

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