A Textbook Example Of Why You Need The Textbook

I used to work for a textbook company. I know textbooks are massively overpriced, but there was nothing I could do about it except sympathize with the customer.

I’m answering some questions with a caller over the phone about an economics and finance textbook.

Caller: “So the price of the latest edition would be…?”

Me: “$209, including shipping.”

Caller: “Two hundred dollars?! What kind of business are you running over there?!”

Me: “A successful one! If you read the textbook, you can find out how!”

Caller: “…okay, you’re good.”