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.
How much students spend on their textbooks depends on whom you ask. According to Eric Weil, managing partner at market research firm Student Monitor, a student spends around $535 per year on textbooks.According to NACS, a student spends $655 for required course materials.The College Board puts the annual cost of college books and materials at $1,168 for students at public four-year universitiesâa figure that is even higher for public two-year and private four-year schools.ccording to NACS, a student spends $655 for required course materials. The College Board puts the annual cost of college books and materials at $1,168 for students at public four-year universitiesâa figure that is even higher for public two-year and private four-year schools.