I seriously doubt there’s anyone selling a signed HST book, or any other kind of collectible for that matter, who’s completely unaware of its value. Sure there are “cheap” books if you’re lucky, but see that as an exception to the rule.

And as much as I understand the joy of owning a collectible, don’t let it go out of hand. In the end, it should come down to what’s in the book that matters most.

(I own a copy of the special edition of Curse of Lono, but the book itself, without the autographs, is still a great book. It was still in the factory wrapping when I bought, which I broke. Because I’m of the opinion that books should be read. Buy another copy? No, what use is it to me then? Copies are not as well done as this one. And it’s quite cool, yet nerdy, to see the signed page. It was a nice feeling. But I wouldn’t give anything to have gotten it. For me, a low dollar was the key when shipping from USA to Europe).