I would correct that to "some books are not remotely too expensive". A practical example. Just went to my bookshelf and grabbed Dinner in One: Exceptional & Easy One-Pan Meals: A Cookbook by Melissa Clark. It costs $15 rn. Even at $30, it’s worth the money. Why? It’s one of the most recommended cooking books for beginners, it teaches you how to feed yourself in a simple and efficient way (one-pot or one-sheet pan or…
Can’t edit the comment any longer, it sounds a bit rough. Having a grumpy day, so I’d like to add that just because I don’t see the value in his book, doesn’t mean everyone else doesn’t get enough value out of it to justify buying a copy.