Are international edition books different?

Are international edition books different?

An International Edition textbook is simply the international counterpart to a US Edition. Most international editions have slightly different covers, many have different ISBNs on the outside covers (although some have the same ISBN as the US edition on the inside), but are still printed on high-quality paper.

What is an international edition of a book?

Because textbook publishers sell their books worldwide international editions are the textbooks that has been published outside the US. These textbooks are sold abroad and are referred to as “international editions” or “low price editions”.

Is it legal to buy international edition textbooks?

The US Supreme Court ruled that it is legal to buy and sell international editions of textbooks. As for the ethics, it clearly goes against the wishes of the publisher, so one might conclude that despite being legal that it is unethical.

Why are international editions cheaper?

International editions are cheaper because they are printed in cheaper version: paperback instead of hardcover, sometimes black and white.

Why do books have international editions?

International edition textbooks are books that are published by the international counterparts of educational publishers. Educational publishers have a global reach and thus publish their books in the United States and all over the world. Most often they do this to cut down on their own costs of printing and shipping.

Why are Indian edition books cheaper?

Using tax breaks and cheap labor, Indian companies publish the books in black-and-white, low-quality paperback editions, and sell them for as little as 10 percent of the cost of the same book in the United States.

How do you tell if a book is an international version?

You can identify an international edition of a textbook by looking on the cover or the inside publication information. A sticker or copy labels the book as a “low price edition” or “international edition (abbreviated IE).” On a bookselling platform it is often noted if the book is an international edition.

What is the difference between international edition textbooks and regular ones?

An international edition is a textbook that have been published outside the US. These books are usually significantly cheaper than textbooks published in the US. The content may be the same as the U.S. version, or may have differences such as the book cover, ISBN, pagination, or region code.

Can I take books from India to USA?

No Books. My advise, don’t take any books while you come to USA. Take couple of books, only if you know for certain that book will be used. Buy Indian edition, not photocopies.

What is an international edition of a textbook?

Whether you are buying or selling textbooks if you purchase a textbook from outside the United States, it is important to know if the book is an international edition. While international edition textbooks are very similar to their US published counterparts, there is potential for some difference.

What are the benefits of reselling international editions of books?

The benefit of reselling international editions is that you likely purchased the book at a great rate and can resell at the same price or potentially with some profit margin. More vendors are offering the sale and buyback of international editions because of the savings they present for college students.

Is it legal to resell international editions of textbooks?

If you enjoy reselling textbooks keep in mind that reselling international editions have received lots of criticism and resulted in serious court cases (read about Supap’s case HERE) in the past. However, in the result of the Supap case you should be safe to resell the international edition without much attention.