Old Books in the Old World: Reminiscences of Book Buying Abroad, by Leona Rostenberg First Edition
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"Old Books in the Old World: Reminiscences of Book Buying Abroad" is a memoir by Leona Rostenberg and Madeleine B. Stern, detailing their book-buying adventures across Europe from 1947 to 1957. Structured as journal entries and letters, the narrative offers a unique insight into the post-war European book market and the antiquarian trade. Their collection focused on political history, printing history, and feminism, particularly valuing pamphlets for their contemporary reflections on historical events. Including illustrations from their original diaries, the book enriches these personal experiences and highlights the complexities of their pursuits in the antiquarian world. A delightful read for book lovers!"
First edition / printing. Jacket present with very minimal shelfwear.
Oak Knoll Press
Hardcover
ISBN: 1884718183
First Edition
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"Old Books in the Old World: Reminiscences of Book Buying Abroad" is a memoir by Leona Rostenberg and Madeleine B. Stern, detailing their book-buying adventures across Europe from 1947 to 1957. Structured as journal entries and letters, the narrative offers a unique insight into the post-war European book market and the antiquarian trade. Their collection focused on political history, printing history, and feminism, particularly valuing pamphlets for their contemporary reflections on historical events. Including illustrations from their original diaries, the book enriches these personal experiences and highlights the complexities of their pursuits in the antiquarian world. A delightful read for book lovers!"
First edition / printing. Jacket present with very minimal shelfwear.
Oak Knoll Press
Hardcover
ISBN: 1884718183
First Edition
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