The first modern straight razor complete with decorated handles and hollow ground blades was constructed in Sheffield, in England, the centre of the cutlery industry, in the 18th and 19th centuries.
1 The total cost of books at a college level will usually be much higher. 2  Depending on the number of credits, the price can vary from $200-$1000 per semester. 3  According to CollegeBoard.com, the national average for college textbooks is $1,137 per year. For example, their Grammar book is only $15. 2  The total cost of books at a college level will usually be much higher. 3  Depending on the number of credits, the price can vary from $200-$1000 per semester. 4  According to CollegeBoard.com, the national average for college textbooks is $1,137 per year.
The average price of a new textbook in the 2013-14 academic year was $79, while the average price of a used textbook was $59. This compares with $72 and $54, respectively, the year before.Source: National Association of College Stores. View more questions, articles or lists.he average price of a new textbook in the 2013-14 academic year was $79, while the average price of a used textbook was $59. This compares with $72 and $54, respectively, the year before.