Become A Book Hound: Collecting Antique Books

Antique Book collecting, or book hounding, as it is also known (hence the term "book hounds"), is an increasingly popular hobby/passion. There are a lot of great reference materials on antique books, and...

Roycrofters, Elbert Hubbard, and My Dad

I inherited a 14-volume set of books made in 1916. The Memorial Edition of "Little Journeys" by Elbert Hubbard, published by Roycrofters - custom-published for my great-grandfather. My dilemma: should I sell them?

Bargain Hunting: Finding Garage Sale Steals

Finding value at garage sales isn't hard. Whether it is antiques, sports collectibles, or other items, there are great deals to be had. Places like garage sales, estate sales, local auctions, and flea...

Knife Collecting

Why Would Anyone Want Those Old Antique Books?

Antique books are coveted by book collectors for many reasons. They give us a view into human learning and reasoning in the past. They make it easier for us to see how things that seem silly today gained their roots in the past.

Legitimate business liquidation Auction May 10th Gardner MA

Here is an actual ad I have in current use. Believe it or not, many ads fail only because they leave out one or more of the basics, like the start time for the event, or a phone #. Check twice at least! ...

Book Collecting

It all begins with sense of wonder, an almost magical attraction to books by a particular author, a distinctly engaging concept or theme, or the sheer joy of holding a unique volume with a compelling physical...

How can I tell if the antique book I have is a first edition?

Up on your shelves you have some dusty old books. Are they worth anything? Can you tell if it's a first edition or not? The answers to these questions is a resounding yes! Book lovers all over the world...

There is a professional Auctioneer doing free online appraisals.

Barre, MA-- There is now a professional auctioneer online to answer questions at auctionwally.com.This is an online auction hall where a Yankee Auctioneer talks shop, does free online appraisals, gives advice...

ANTIQUE BOOKS

For many people collecting antique books is a labor of love that stems from a combined appreciation of literature and historic memorabilia Some books have great monetary value while others have personal...