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TitleThe Book of Mormon as a Collectible
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2001
AuthorsSorenson, Matthew R., and John L. Sorenson
JournalJournal of Book of Mormon Studies
Volume10
Issue1
Pagination44-51, 79
KeywordsBook of Mormon
Abstract

This article discusses the evolution of book collecting, particularly by Latter-day Saints. Although the circle of book collectors used to be small, it has since expanded, probably because of the spread of the Internet. Latter-day Saints throughout the world are now able to locate and purchase old and rare books within minutes. While this innovation can be productive and beneficial, the easy access can be risky. Because people are so anxious to buy these types of books, they have the potential to be deceived by those who create fraudulent products, and unlike the older, more experienced buyers, newcomers often do not inspect books closely for authenticity and condition before purchasing them. Because of these potential mistakes, it is essential that book collectors be more aware of the risks and take the necessary precautions to avoid them.

URLhttps://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jbms/vol10/iss1/10