Welcome to the website of hordern house rare books. Others are considered scarce because the number of interested collectors exceeds the number of copies available on the market. Collectors can often find interesting examples of rare books at auction. Almost every territory from alberta to zanzibar is covered, with a special emphasis on india and pakistan, canada, australia, africa, and new zealand. Stitz drew on previously published material, reprinting articles from sources where the history of australian bibliophiles is sometimes addressed. Importantly, it aims to highlight the understanding that there is always more than one truth in history. Addison philips military books, based in croydon, in the uk, specialise in rare and used books dealing with the military history of the british empire and commonwealth. In 1976 he became a fulltime dealer and auctioneer, and maintained a robust business in political and other collectors items until his company, slaters americana, was absorbed by heritage in 2004. Although we sell new books in our city stores, our business was built on the trade of rare and valuable books, and this remains at the.
Nov 29, 2010 are rare book dealers collectors in disguise. Our speciality is in old and rare books, specifically early printed books before 1800 including incunabula, early bibles pre1800, manuscripts in general, handwritten books, medieval manuscripts, books of hours, archives, natural history books, color plate books, books. The melbourne law school rare books and legal history lecture series was launched in 2002 to promote and encourage research into the rare book collection. Berkelouw books is australias largest rare and antiquarian bookdealer. We offer a free worldwide search service and secure online shopping and also provide a full and expert bookbinding and restoration service. We specialize in books, maps, photographs and prints relating to. Love vintage books also sells secondhand, rare and out of print books in these areas. A new chapter for rare book collecting books the guardian. Rare books for sale, buy antique books from alibris. Rare first edition of one of the most popular and enduring childrens books ever written, inscribed by the author. The books, pamphlets and journals cover an extraordinary range of topics and periods forming a collection that will interest most book collectors. It has, certainly, begun to change in radical ways.
Peter harrington specialises in selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, library sets, maps and original artwork. This is a fantastic auction loaded with zeppelin, world war ii patriotic and first day covers. In australia, unlike other local sports like football, rugby and cricket, tennis has suffered from a void where much of the history has simply vanished or focused only on the leading players of the time. We take mastercard, visa or bank draft in australian dollars. Although our office remains open, we are carefully observing current regulations, and an appointment. Theres a richness to antique books that transcends their status as one of the worlds most beloved collectibles. My inventory is quite varied, but certainly my focus is and shall continue to be rare books in the history of science. Johannes gutenberg, printed 1456, 180 copies known to exist. The first edition rare books rare books by notable people. Established in 1999 and dedicated to the sale of rare books and historical properties.
We are always looking for first 1st edition books in hardback, we buy single books or large collections. Our rare and antiquarian book department, which houses over 40,000 items, is located on bendooley estate, a property just north of berrima in the beautiful southern highlands of nsw. Whether youre a budding rare book collector or a bibliophile with an evniable collection, discover an amazing selection of rare and collectible books. Weve added this gallery of really rare comic books because, for all the glamor of the bigname superheroes and villains, these are the really hard books. I am wondering if there is one or two particular books that you would recommend as first reads into the world of collecting and studying rare books.
Specialising in rare, hard to find and out of print book titles. The goal of the course is to provide instruction and practice in each of the primary elements of the rare book catalogue record, so that students will be equipped to catalogue their institutions rare books and special collections materials to international standards. The state library has a significant collection of rare books and manuscripts. Stating number of item, title, author, shipping address and zip code. Due to the covid19 situation the rare book office is working in a limited capacity.
Rare and valuable books across diverse subjects including australian literature, history, art, music, anthropology and town planning. Buying rare and antiquarian books in sydney, australia. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. A slightly revised version of chapter two from jonathan wantrup, australian rare books 1788 1900, sydney, hordern house, 1986. Rare book hub rare books, book auctions, antiquarian. History is not just about what happened in the past, documentations and perceptions of history also come into the equation, therefore books on history is really a study of the human condition, and those who know their history, will be able to see patterns in human and societal behaviour emerge. Our books are historically important and allow the reader to own a piece of history. And without the underlying treasurehunting archetype, and its attendant excitement, rare book dealing and collecting will wither as a form of life. You must be a registered reader to request items from the rare books collection.
If you have any old, secondhand or rare books, then get in touch. Abebooks has been part of the rare book world since going live in 1996. Our friends at are definitely intheknow when it comes to sought after books. Australian and new zealand association of antiquarian booksellers. For howard stewart with all the best from ferdinand and munro leaf, with an original drawing of ferdinand also by leaf. Whether youre a budding rare book collector or a bibliophile with an evniable collection, discover an amazing selection of rare and collectable books. About us one of australia s largest collections of rare, unusual and collectible books. Aug 20, 2019 the year 1847 is a huge one for stamps. The collection places particular emphasis on the history of the book, and includes many works that. We have a vast collection of rare childrens books and juvenile literature, antique postcodes, maps, magazines and rare publications. There have been many books written about the history of tennis with a focus on the uk and the usa. Australia adelaide 30 november 1 december 2020 the history of the book and. A good guide to book collecting and the terminology used is the abc for book collectors.
Rare book collection australian institute of aboriginal and. We buy and sell rare, old, and collectible books as well as fine, used and quality second hand books. The rare book society of india is the first of its kind it is a virtual space for rare book collectors and history buffs to read, discuss, rediscover and download lost books. Our rare books experts are a walking encyclopedia of all things rare and collectible. The catalogue record for a rare book gives a call number with the prefix rb. Another way to develop a collection of rare books is to simply keep the books you love, or seek out modern landmark books that. The lecture series also aims to use the collection as a starting point for more general discussions of subjects such as.
We are particularly proud of our marvellous selection of vintage, old, and rare books. Because of the variety of books, it is easily possible to start a small collection for a few pounds or, at the other extreme, to spend millions on acquiring very rare and fine books. I pursued the world of rare books after i had started my business. A good guide to book collecting and the terminology used is the abc for book collectors by john carter and nicolas barker. From the ancient to the contemporary, you can delve into the past with these history books. The love of books is bibliophilia, and someone who loves to read, admire, and collect books is called a bibliophile. Sell your rare, old, and collectible books we buy quality. Requests are submitted online via the catalogue, using your readers card, and will be delivered to the special collections reading room for use. Top 50 rare and valuable books the following books are considered by many collectors to be the most rare and valuable. Jan 16, 2007 auction houses and collectors did brisk business in rare books in 2006, setting records in several categories. We have a vast collection of rare childrens books and juvenile literature, antique postcodes, maps, magazines and rare. The collection of over 2,500 rare and valuable books and pamphlets of significance to aboriginal and torres strait islander studies is one of the major features of the aiatsis library. Australian book collectors, edited by charles stitz.
Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book. Business, finance and the law these collections will delight the collector and the financier alike, ranging the gamut of legal treatises to the history. I decided to be a bookseller, so that i could once again handle these magnificent books, and have the privilege of placing these incredible volumes in the libraries of collectors and institutions around the world. Love vintage books specialises in rare and collectible books. Australasian rare book summer school state library of nsw. A book is much more than its cover and our rare books range is here to prove it. We also purchase from public and private libraries, and will evaluate or purchase house clearances in the area.
Valuation of books and other printed items rare books. Sell your books to berkelouw we buy and sell rare, old, and collectible books as well as fine, used and quality second hand books. Australian book auctions is the premier auctioneer in australia dedicated. I am completely new to the world of rare book collecting. The love of books is bibliophilia, and someone who loves to read, admire, and collect books. The popularity of rare and collectible printed material is on the rise, but as has always been the case, condition is extremely important. Located in sydney, queensland and the southern highlands, berkelouw books is australias largest second hand and antiquarian bookseller. Some of the most popular areas of collecting today include. From december 35, 2010, rare book dealers from australia, asia, europe and the united states will showcase rare and beautiful books and prints at the 4th hong kong antiquarian book fair, among them booksellers from japan, china, hong kong, and taiwan.
Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. There is also an equally active branch in melbourne. We have thousands of rare and antique treasures brought to you by our network of trusted sellers from all around the world. Here within are found books rare and ancient, starting with the earliest printed works encompassing incunabula, 15th century and 16th century volumes. The rare books collection also houses the libraries of prominent book collectors such as ken pound, jk moir, john emmerson qc and vic spitzer. Each sold at auction for thousands, and in some cases, hundreds of thousands of dollars. Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed. When we talk about rare books, we speak of books that have a limited supply. Written by the state librarys former rare books librarian, this is a practical guide for the beginning book collector in australia.
Rare collectibles for sale buy vintage collectible items. Finding rare booksrecords for much of the rare books collection are in our catalogue, but if you do not find the item you are looking for, please ask for help. An independent cognate society also exists in adelaide. When searching on its important to find copies that match the book. Some books are unique works, like original manuscripts or association copies. Business, finance and the law these collections will delight the collector and the financier alike, ranging the gamut of legal treatises to the history of economic thought. Although we sell new books in our city stores, our business was built on the trade of rare and valuable books, and this remains at the heart of the berkelouw operation.
Explore thousands of old and rare books, including illuminated manuscripts, fine press editions, illustrated books, incunabula, limited editions and miniature books. Our focus is on the collection, description, preservation, interpretation. We usually take two weeks once it is agreed by both parties to. Sell old books, rare books, first editions books to peter harrington, specialises in buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, fine bindings and library sets. Buying and selling rare books rare book collections. The library holds american, british ceased in 1997, and australian book. Alia rare books and special collections australian library and. Book collecting is the collecting of books, including seeking, locating, acquiring, organizing, cataloging, displaying, storing, and maintaining whatever books are of interest to a given collector. Alibris is one of the premier rare and outofprint book sites on the internet.
The collection contains early published works of ethnographic, anthropological and historical importance, including works containing sensitive cultural information. Many of the items housed in rare books contain bookplates and signatures. A poor copy of a particular rare book will often pass in at less than half the value achieved of the same title in good condition. Anatomy for book collectors the importance collectors attach to condition and completeness and to acquiring the most desirable copy of a book inevitably involves the new collector in the technicalities of book. Hordern house is continuing business as usual, but we will be working remotely for much of the time. Our speciality is in old and rare books, specifically early printed books before 1800 including incunabula, early bibles pre1800, manuscripts in general, handwritten books, medieval manuscripts, books of hours, archives, natural history books, color plate books, books on travel and exploration and much more. Its been fun to find myself between all of these worlds. Valuation of books and other printed items rare books and special. The rare book hub offers tools for the book collector and bookseller, especially old and rare books, antique or antiquarian books, hard to find, out of print, and collectible collectable books. If youre interested in rare books from australia or new zealand, one of the. It aims to make statements on matters concerning antiquarian bookselling, book collecting, and library policy, and to bring public and political questions relevant. The first edition offers collectors the finest notable rare books. About alia rare alia rare books and special collections is a forum for library and. For recommendations on gifts, help finding the perfect addition to your collection, or a look through whats new and interesting in the rare book.
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