A well selected and judiciously purchased library, with such works of reference as are needed, will cost, on an average, $1.25 a volume.
The following notes were prepared by a bookseller of experience, and should be carefully considered before beginning to buy books: Any bookseller worthy your patronage will be able to assist you by pointing out the most desirable edition for general library use.
There is every reason for placing your orders with your local dealer so long as he can care for them intelligently.

A large discount should not be the sole factor in deciding where to buy, but keep in mind this, a conscientious bookseller can save you money by carefully watching your interests in the very many details that pertain to bookbuying.

Having decided on your bookseller agent, place all your orders with him.

It will save you time, which is equivalent to money.
Keep an exact duplicate copy of every order you place, and for this purpose a manifold book is preferable.

In writing your orders never write on both sides of a sheet; arrange your items alphabetically by author, and make all your entries as complete and full as possible.
This is particularly important in the case of books in the field of science, history, and biography.