Did you find this item to be expensive? Let us analyze the pricing details: The item includes FREE SHIPPING, applicable only within the United States. While I do accept international buyers, please contact me beforehand to discuss adjustments, as international shipping is not complimentary. I operate several online stores in addition to this platform, and each charges varying percentages based on category. A portion of my asking price accounts for shipping costs and selling fees; therefore, the amount I receive after these deductions is significantly lower than the listing price. Does this clarification make sense? If you're interested in owning this item, I recommend you BUY it NOW, as I revise descriptions and prices annually. For vintage items, I tend to raise the price due to their limited availability and nostalgic appeal. There are specific books that tend to fetch higher prices than others. If you're not familiar with what to seek, here are some key indicators. Vintage books, those in good to excellent condition, and copies featuring the author's signature are significant factors that can enhance a book's value. Signed book copies by author is a HARD TO FIND in general. My book, published in 1988, is considered vintage and is in more than good condition, complete with the author's signature. Behind the soft cover, there is a hardcover edition featuring the book's title embossed on it. The dimensions are 10"x10", and it contains a total of 240 pages, The author was a director of the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution and Chairman of the National Aeronautic Association. He also served in the Military and author of many books and magazines. Aside from cleaning or enhancing the background, I do not use Photoshop or filters on my images. My items for sale come from a non-smoker, perfume-free owner without pets household. SELLER POLICY ARE THE FOLLOWING: PLEASE READ I encourage you to ask any questions you may have prior to purchasing this item. Please avoid making impulsive decisions based on excitement. If you have inquiries but choose not to ask, remember that changing your mind after receiving the item will NOT ALLOW for a RETURN. My NO-RETURN policy is due to past issues with customers returning items in poor condition. Additionally, when an item is being return it means the shipping fee that I paid will not be recovered. Most selling platform like this one offer a zoom feature for a more detailed inspection. I encourage you to take advantage of this feature to thoroughly examine the item. I usually ship your package the same day if it is before 1:00 p.m. or, if I am home that day. Otherwise they will be ship the following day. Thank you for visiting and or purchasing something from my store. YOU take care of yourself always.