Education
Top 15 most popular vintage books in Nigeria
Books are a valuable source of knowledge and information, and as such, their prices can vary greatly depending on a variety of factors.
In Nigeria, there are books that are considered rare, highly sought after, or simply prestigious, and these can command prices that are significantly higher than average.
1. “Encyclopedia Britannica” (32 volumes)
This comprehensive encyclopedia covers a wide range of topics, including history, science, and literature. The set is highly prized for its depth of knowledge and quality of writing, and it can cost upwards of N2 million.
“Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary” (9th Edition) – This is a popular English language dictionary highly regarded for its detailed definitions and examples of usage.
2. “The Holy Bible” (Leather-bound)
The Bible is a sacred book for many Nigerians, and a leather-bound edition can cost up to N100,000. These editions are often seen as heirloom items and are passed down through families.
3. “Encyclopedia of African History”
This is a comprehensive reference work that covers the history of the African continent. It is highly prized by scholars.
4. “Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine”
This is a widely used medical reference book that is highly regarded for its depth of knowledge and usefulness to practitioners. It can cost over N100,000.
5. “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare”
Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets are considered a cornerstone of English literature, and a complete collection can cost over N200,000.
6. “Principles of Economics” by Gregory Mankiw
This is a widely used economics textbook that is highly regarded for its clarity and depth of knowledge. It can cost over N100,000.
7. “The Norton Anthology of English Literature”
This is a comprehensive anthology of English literature that covers a wide range of authors and periods. It can cost over N150,000.
8. “Campbell Biology”
This is a widely used biology textbook that is highly regarded for its depth of knowledge and usefulness to students.
9. “The Complete Works of Chinua Achebe”
Chinua Achebe is one of Nigeria’s most celebrated authors, and a complete collection of his works can cost over N200,000.
10. “The Concise Oxford English Dictionary”
This is a popular English language dictionary that is highly regarded for its detailed definitions and examples of usage. It can cost over N50,000.
11. “The Complete Works of Wole Soyinka”
Wole Soyinka is another celebrated Nigerian author, and a complete collection of his works can cost over N200,000.
12. “Harvard Classics” (50 volumes)
This is a comprehensive collection of classic literature that covers a wide range of authors and periods.
13. “The Oxford Companion to English Literature”
This is a comprehensive reference work that covers the history of English literature.
14. “The Complete Works of John Grisham”
John Grisham is a popular American author, and a complete collection of his works can cost over N200,000.
15. “The Complete Works of Stephen King”
Stephen King is another popular American author, and a complete collection of his works can cost over N200,000.
16. “Gray’s Anatomy”
This is a widely used medical reference book that is highly regarded among health educators.
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