2016 Greg McDonald

[humpybong]

My copy has not arrived as yet....must be coming via Darwin

[trout]

My copy has not arrived as yet....must be coming via Darwin

My copy hasn't arrived yet either But living here in the West that is NO big surprise.
I am looking forward to reading it however and posting the Good things in this edition rather than nit picking about minor errors :angel:

[autocoupler]

I wouldn't call it nit picking, just information transfer :angel: Wow :shock: Holey Dollars Batman, 45,000 something entries, a few wronguns here and there, no problem Speaking of Holey Dollars, on page 39, the descriptions for obverse dies 1 and 2 are not in cync with the pics. Being a slooooow reader, that's as far as I've got :biggrin: Some folks are dumb where I come from, but you get them everywhere :angel: GO GO BRONCO :yahoo::yahoo:

[Mister T]

I'm not yet persuaded that I need every single issue of the Australasian Coin & Banknote Magazine, so if you're able to explain to me why I can't live without it, it would be much appreciated.

You don't.
I prefer to have the full set (still 22 short) as I'm not aware of an index that tells me the ones that have really useful articles. Also for completeness.

[Greg McDonald]

Hi Trout,

Thanks for sticking up for me mate but don't stress too much.  This is my 28th book in total and so I've developed a skin that makes an armadillo look like a balloon full of water.  I don't mind people pointing out the errors if it's done with the aim of being helpful rather than a putdown.  Not everyone is ever going to pass the entrance exam for the diplomatic corp but that's life. Still, a few throwaway kind words to acknowledge that at least I've had a go, would be nice.  In particular, I'd like to hear what members think about my comments concerning big business sending Aussie jobs overseas.  

Keep posting Trout.   I've always thought you are the voice of reason when some of these threads start to develop an earth tremor.  For everyone else, just keep in mind it's a $40 book with $200 worth of effort that's trying to help you enjoy the hobby a bit more.  It's not trying to be a set of encyclopedia's complete with steak knives.  I am constantly reminded of the comments of a now crusty old dealer when he noticed, years ago, that I opted to add footnotes as well as the basic prices. His sage advice was "Get rid of those footnotes. People won't thank you for all that added stuff but they will criticise you for what you leave out!"

[Basil]

Hi Trout,

Thanks for sticking up for me mate but don't stress too much.  

 Yeah,most of his posts have a commonsense feel to them and he usually has a  realistic view on things.
I've been around Message Boards(the Nakamichi one i post on is still a Message Board and it works) and Forums since 1996 and being a qualified Counsellor i find the Posts on the various Forums extremely interesting,obviously people are much more open and frank than they would be in person to person contact and in many ways that's a good thing so i wouldn't take negative comments too personally and by the sound of things Greg doesn't .

Its much better too hear honest comments on any subject so we can all learn than to have a bunch of Sycophants posting drivel which happens on many Forums.

[JeffH]

It is a pocket book and should remain so. That is the rationale for it.

That said it is surprising the amount of information Greg has managed to cram in -a wealth of reference data at the fingertips.

:yahoo: Bloody good job Greg. :yahoo:

And minor mistakes are inevitable in a project like this. As long as each edition improves on the past (as they do) that's all we should ask.

[Greg McDonald]

Thanks for the latest two posts.  I really don't want people to stop sending corrections and updates.  We all make mistakes and as long as no one thinks the errors are there because I couldn't be bothered to make the changes.  I fully agree with your comments about people giving you lip service.  I am always amused by the news shots showing the North Korean leader [he with the lawn mover hair cut] and, in particular, his band of 'yes men' following behind.   Have you noticed they all carry little note books.  I mean, seriously, what could that buffoon every say that would need to be written down.  I'd think the wisdom of Kim Jong-un could be written on a folded hankie.
So please, keep the comments coming.  The only time I get frustrated is when I see comments in dealers auction catalogues or price lists that say "not listed in McDonalds."  OK, that's fair, but why not send me a quick email so I can correct or update?  Some do and I always acknowledge by saying something like "This previously unpublished issue sold for $xxxx when it was listed in xxxx's September 2017 'pricelist/ auction catalogue."  Seems like a good deal all round as I see it.  I get to update my book; the dealer gets a plug and the reader gets something else to add to the armoury and has an estimation of what it is worth.  I'd say 80% of preparing each book is research. Having to read 100's of auction catalogues, pricelists and countless hours on the internet could be saved if people who have this information could drop me a line.  Many of them are not shy in telling me I missed it - not much help after the book is printed.  That's why this forum is so helpful.
I don't try and concern myself about how the information is delivered. I look at it as a bit time saver.

[Bigfellani5]

Greg would know this story. I did some proof reading of his book and pointed out a couple of errors and suggestions. Took me about 20 to 30 hours I guess ( over a number of beers I might add). I filled in the order form and order my box of box and guess what. Stuffed it up.

I can proof read a book and find a number of changes and corrections but can't read an order form!

I have done 2 degrees and think I have a fair eye for detail. I am sure a publisher has a greater eye for detail than me. Bottom line is we all make mistakes.

One thing for sure is that every year the book gets published it does get better. There is more info in it and in my opinion over the last few additions pricing is more accurate.

Everytime the book gets published I always find little tit bits I did not know. That is why I love my job!

[trout]

Hi Trout,
Thanks for sticking up for me mate but don't stress too much.

All is good Mate I hardly ever "Stress", That's Mrs Trouts Job :angel:

I have done 2 degrees and think I have a fair eye for detail. I am sure a publisher has a greater eye for detail than me. Bottom line is we all make mistakes.

Making mistakes is what makes us Human, None of us here are Gods

[ausjack]

I'm a demigod :mocking:

[trout]

I'm a demigod :mocking:

Loki :angel:

[ausjack]

:laugh2: maybe :blush2: