# The Devil's advocate by Dore Schary — resale value

**The Devil's advocate by Dore Schary** — 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 |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Dore Schary |
| Published | 1961 |
| Publisher | Samuel French Inc. |
| Pages | 118 |
| Editions | 6 |
| Category | Drama |

## The Devil's advocate resale value

**The Devil's advocate** by Dore Schary (1961). 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 edition of The Devil's Advocate rare?**

With 6 known editions, it is not exceedingly rare, but it remains a collectible piece of theatre history.

**What is the publication year of this play?**

The Devil's Advocate was originally published in 1961 by Samuel French Inc.

**How long is the play?**

The play contains 118 pages, making it a manageable size for collectors and performers.

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