this richly informative reference volume offers authoritative guidance for every manner of bibliophile, from beginning bookhunters to hard-core veterans."ģ(a). Noted book collector and rare book expert Nicholas Basbanes (about whom more below) declared "If any single item can be considered essential equipment for today's book collector, it is Collected Books.
Written by ABAA members Allen and Patricia Ahearn of Quill and Brush, Collected Books: The Guide to Values contains information on some of the most widely collected books, provides notes on discerning one edition from another, and guidelines on typical prices for collectible copies.
Collected Books: The Guide to Values by Allen and Patricia Ahearn While an acquaintance with an experienced rare book dealer is the best way to access this kind of information, there are several good books that ABAA members and serious collectors keep on hand for constant reference.Ģ. In a field where it’s essential that buyers and sellers understand what they’re talking about, ABC for Book Collectors is an excellent guide to our common language.Īfter one learns the terminology used in the used book trade, the next thing one needs is a guide that can help you determine whether the book you have come across might of particular value and/or interest. First published in 1952, the current edition (the 9th) has been updated to include terms spawned by the internet and - for the first time - illustrations! With subtle wit and humor, first John Carter and now Nicholas Barker unpeel the layers of meaning from phrases that - although once more-common - now appear terribly obscure outside of rare-book circles. The classic reference work on book terminology. Let's start with the more-educational books:ġ. We polled some dealers and collectors and arrived at this list of the top ten books every book collector should read. There are many, many fascinating and educational books detailing the inner workings of the rare book trade. Unlike some other trades, book dealers have never been afraid to commit their secrets, memories, and insights to paper. Like any field of endeavor, the rare book trade has its quirks and rituals, its habits and history, its jargon and secrets.
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