The third had a much bigger initial print run, of 10,000 but even this one has caused controversy. There are now 5,000 of each and while both are technically first editions, a purist would insist on the first - which, needless to say, is already very hard to come by. Just imagine a Dickens as seen by Dickens - it provides a real connection with the author. In a nutshell, rarity and good condition. Not that book collecting is anything new.
First editions are also desirable because the dust jackets often have beautiful art work.
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