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Rare Book Discussion with Ken Gloss

 

 In Partnership with The Taylor Library!

Recorded Program Link:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LlOpFtsYWMg

Kenneth Gloss, internationally known rare book specialist and appraiser who runs the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will give an in-person and virtual presentation for Taylor Library and Derry Public Library, 64E Broadway, Derry NH, on Wednesday, October 30, 6:00 pm. Ken will talk about the "improbable finds" of his decades-long career and discuss the value of old and rare books. The event is free and open to the public.

Ken, who is frequently seen on national TV, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop (www.brattlebookshop.com/about), which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner. Ken will discuss growing up in the book business, show some of his favorite finds while enjoying “the thrill of the hunt,” and explain how he appraises books and manuscripts. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share about private and institutional collecting as well as guidelines for building and maintaining a significant collection. There is also a Q&A session at the conclusion of his talk.  Following the talk and question-and-answer session, Ken will give free verbal appraisals of books participants have on hand or will do so at his shop in Boston at a later scheduled date.

 

 

 



Room Reservation: 
Wednesday, October 30
Program Time: 
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Category: 
Name of Organization: 
Derry Public Library
Contact Name: 
Liz Ryan
Contact Phone Number: 
432-6140
Contact Email: 
lizr@derrypl.org