What Am I Bid?

By Geoffrey Johns

Book Overview

""What Am I Bid?"" is a book written by Geoffrey Johns, which explores the world of auctions and the fascinating stories behind some of the most expensive and unique items ever sold. The book takes readers on a journey through the history of auctions, from ancient Greece to modern times, and provides insight into the psychology of bidding and the strategies used by buyers and sellers. Throughout the book, Johns shares anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories of some of the most famous auctions in history, including the sale of the Mona Lisa, the auction of Marilyn Monroe's dress, and the record-breaking sale of a diamond at Sotheby's. He also delves into the world of art auctions, providing a glimpse into the high-stakes world of art collecting and the fierce competition among buyers to acquire the most coveted pieces.""What Am I Bid?"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of auctions, as well as those who are fascinated by the stories behind some of the world's most valuable and unique items. With its engaging writing style and fascinating insights, this book is sure to captivate readers and leave them with a newfound appreciation for the art of bidding.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054845275X
• ISBN13: 9780548452752
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"