Tuesday, January 18, 2011

My Auction: Lot # 2


Lot # 2 Description: The author's used copy of Harbrace College Handbook, his first textbook purchase at Indiana State University, circa. summer 1979. Good condition with some dog-eared pages and a few booger marks from previous weirdo students (likely in the business school).

History: The author purchased this used copy of the Handbook for use in his Composition 101 Class with Dr. Gates. This was his first college course, which he began 2 weeks after his high school graduation. He was the only student in class to receive an A, and the Handbook has been his faithful guide and friend for over 30 years, but he's ready to part with it.

Background: The Harbrace College Handbook has been on the author's shelf for over 30 years and has often accompanied him on his all-night writing forays and to bed. He has cherished it. This may be the most personal book the idiot owns. But look, he's ready to part with it for just a few bucks. This book was also purchased before the author was married to his first wife, and as such, it holds a special place in his heart. It's like an illegitimate child to him. He paid $1.95 for it and would love to get at least that much for it. But he will also trade it for a box of Apple Jacks.

Quote from the author's wife: "Okay, decide. It's either that book or me! Make up your mind. One of us has to go!"

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