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READER RIP-OFF.

Authors :
Rothman, Tony
Source :
New Republic; 2/3/92, Vol. 206 Issue 5, p14-15, 2p
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Discusses ways to reduce the cost of a book in the U.S. Reasons why books are expensive; Overhead costs in the production books; Processes involved and factors considered in publishers' pricing of books; Recommended use of CD-ROMS; Advantages of print-on-demand system of book selling in eliminating distribution costs; Estimated percentage of book price that may be reduced by using CD-ROMS and print-on-demand systems.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00286583
Volume :
206
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
New Republic
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
12030567