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Is the international edition of a textbook 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 does international edition mean on 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”.
What is the difference between International Student edition?
Same book, different cover International Edition textbooks are one of the best kept secrets in the textbook industry. In general, an International Edition is the same content-wise as the Student Edition, though the page numbers may be slightly off and spelling conventions may differ (colour versus color, for example.)
Why are international edition textbooks cheaper?
International editions are cheaper because they are printed in cheaper version: paperback instead of hardcover, sometimes black and white.
How can you tell if a book is international edition?
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.
Are international editions legal?
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.
What does Indian edition mean?
Indian edition is printed in India for use in India. What is the confusion? If you go to a book store in India, you will get Indian edition. Online you find both. Contents = EXACTLY THE SAME.
Are international edition textbooks legal?
What is the difference between international edition?
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.
What is the difference between different editions of books?
If it’s an “edition,” it generally means there are some actual content differences between this and the previous editions. If it’s just the cover picture that’s different (but not the contents), then it’s an “imprint” (less usually) or “printing” (more usually).