Buying International Edition Textbooks

You can save up to 75% or more when you order international edition textbooks. Here are a few words concerning international editions what they are, why they can save you money and suggestions for making sure you get the book you need when you need it.

What is an international edition textbook?

An international edition textbook has been published at a lower production cost for sale in foreign markets. Distributors overseas then re-sell the titles to customers in other parts of the world at a much lower price.

International editions may be softcovers with black and white illustrations, and may not include cd roms, or other supplementary material.

How to order the correct international edition

International editions of textbooks may have different ISBN's. We recommend you search by title and author as well as ISBN. International edition textbooks will be clearly identified as such in Biblio's searches.

Carefully compare your search results to the author and title of the book you want to order. Check for other details such as revised and/or newer editions, etc. Read the seller's entire description of the book available.

A word on supplementary materials

When you see an international edition you are interested in purchasing, use the Ask this seller a question link before you place your order to confirm whether supplementary material, such as CD Roms.

A word on shipping options

Because orders of this type will be shipping from overseas, make sure you order with plenty of time before you need the book. Choosing standard shipping may mean your book will take up to 8 weeks to arrive. You may want to choose expedited shipping when you order. You can save on shipping costs by going in with fellow students. Order multiple books or copies from the same bookseller where available. The number of copies that bookseller has available will appear near the book price.