The Trade in Rare Books and Manuscripts between Britain and America c. 1890-1929

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Trade in Rare Books and Manuscripts between Britain and America c. 1890-1929
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Danielle Magnusson
By (author) Laura Cleaver
SeriesElements in Publishing and Book Culture
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:75
Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 127
Category/GenreLiterary studies - general
ISBN/Barcode 9781009069052
ClassificationsDewey:381.4509
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 8 September 2022
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This Element examines the trade in rare books and manuscripts between Britain and America during a period known as the 'Golden Age' of collecting. Through analysis of contemporary press reports, personal correspondence, trade publications and sales records, this study contrasts American and British perspectives as rare books passed through the commercial market. The aim is to compare the rhetoric and reality of the book trade in order to assess its impact on emerging cultural institutions, contemporary scholarship and shifting notions of national identity. By analysing how markets emerged, dealers functioned and buyers navigated the market, this Element interrogates accepted narratives about the ways in which major rare book and manuscript collections were formed and how they were valued by contemporaries.