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Card Sharks: How Upper Deck Turned A Childs Hobby Into A Highstakes, Billiondollar Business-used
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Taking The Reader From The Birth Of Sports Cards In The 1880S To The Present, Williams Investigates The Success In The Shady World Of Baseball Cards. At The Center Of The Industry Is Upper Deck, The Largest Manufacturer, With Sales Of Over $260 Million Each Year. Williams Exposes How The Power Brokers In The Game Of Baseball Have Changed This Onceinnocent Hobby Forever.Published In 1995 When Williams Was A Writer And Columnist For Usa Today Baseball Weekly, Card Sharks Has Been Frequently Cited By Other Authors And Remains The Definitive Investigative Look Into The Trading Card Business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Card Sharks'? A: The book focuses on the evolution of sports cards, particularly baseball cards, from their inception in the 1880s to the present day, highlighting the role of Upper Deck and the industry's transformation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Card Sharks'? A: The author of 'Card Sharks' is Pete Williams, a writer and columnist formerly for USA Today Baseball Weekly.
- Q: When was 'Card Sharks' published? A: 'Card Sharks' was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Card Sharks'? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable' condition, which may indicate some signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Card Sharks' have? A: 'Card Sharks' is available in hardcover binding, which typically offers more durability than paperback.
- Q: How many pages does 'Card Sharks' have? A: 'Card Sharks' consists of 278 pages.
- Q: What category does 'Card Sharks' fall under? A: 'Card Sharks' is categorized as an 'Essays' book.
- Q: Is 'Card Sharks' the first edition of the book? A: Yes, 'Card Sharks' is a first edition.
- Q: What topics does 'Card Sharks' explore regarding the trading card industry? A: The book investigates the business practices, sales dynamics, and the impact of power brokers on the trading card hobby.
- Q: Is 'Card Sharks' suitable for someone interested in sports memorabilia? A: Yes, 'Card Sharks' is highly suitable for anyone interested in sports memorabilia, particularly those wanting to understand the historical and business aspects of trading cards.