In ordering books of which several editions are on the market, specify the edition you wish.

When you have found a good edition of a popular author like Scott or Dickens, make a note of it on the shelf-list.
In giving your orders, always try your local dealer first.

If he cannot give you good terms, or, as is very likely to be the case, has not the information or the facilities which enable him to serve you well, submit a copy of the list to several large book dealers, choosing those nearest your town, and ask for their discounts.

It is economical, generally, to purchase all your books through one dealer, thus saving letter writing, misunderstandings, freight, express, and general discomfort.
Keep a record of all books ordered.

The best form of record is on slips, using a separate slip for each book.