"It seems like a good book," he said. "Does it sell well?"
"Yes, it sells largely. I have only just commenced, but other agents are doing well on it."
"You are rather young for an agent."
"Yes, but I'm old enough to work, and I'm going to give this a fair trial."
"That's the way to talk. How much do you expect to get for this book?"
"The price is three dollars and a half."
"It's rather high."
"But there are a good many pictures. Those are what cost money."
"Yes, I suppose they do. Well, I've a great mind to take one."