Trade in Rare Books and Manuscripts Between Britain and America C. - 1890 192

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.

List of contents

Introduction; 1. American Perspectives; 2. British Perspectives; 3. The Book-Brokers; Conclusion: Constructing Cultural Histories.

Summary

This Element examines the trade in rare books and manuscripts between Britain and America during a period known as the 'Golden Age' of collecting. It analyses contemporary press reports, personal correspondence, trade publications and sales records, contrasting American and British perspectives as rare books passed through the commercial market.

Foreword

This Element examines the early-twentieth century rare book trade from the perspectives of British and American collectors and dealers.

Product details

• Authors: Laura Cleaver, Laura (University of London) Cleaver, Cleaver Laura, Danielle Magnusson, Danielle (University of London) Magnusson, Danielle (University of London) Cleaver Magnusson
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.09.2022
• EAN: 9781009069052
• ISBN: 978-1-0-0906905-2
• No. of pages: 75
• Series: Elements in Publishing and Book Culture
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Antiques; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Journalism; USA, c 1800 to c 1900, United Kingdom, Great Britain, United States of America, USA, Early 20th century c 1900 to c 1950, Literary studies: general, C 1900 - C 1914, c 1890 to c 1899, Publishing industry & book trade, Publishing and book trade