After my experiences I know that it is not the disposal of … - E. V. Lucas

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After my experiences I know that it is not the disposal of books that presents the greatest difficulty to a bookseller, but the acquisition of them.

E. V. Lucas

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Edward Verrall Lucas, (11/12 June 1868 – 26 June 1938) was an English humorist, essayist, playwright, biographer, publisher, poet, novelist, short story writer and editor.

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Alternative Names: Edward Verrall Lucas • Edward Lucas

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After my experiences I know that it is not the disposal of books that presents the greatest difficulty to a bookseller, but the acquisition of them. - E. V. Lucas

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