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The Book Hunter At Home (1920)

The Book Hunter At Home (1920)

Allan, Philip Bertram Murray

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1164195522
ISBN13: 9781164195528
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Book Hunter At Home is a book written by Philip Bertram Murray Allan and was published in 1920. This book is a fascinating account of the author's personal experiences as a book collector and his passion for acquiring rare and valuable books. The author's love for books is evident in the way he describes his collection and the lengths he goes to acquire new additions. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which details the author's experiences as a book hunter. The author's travels take him to various bookshops, auctions, and private collections, where he acquires some of the rarest and most valuable books in the world. He also shares his thoughts on the art of book collecting and the challenges faced by book collectors in the early 20th century. The Book Hunter At Home is not just a book about book collecting, but it is also a memoir of the author's life and experiences. The author shares his personal anecdotes, his love for literature, and his interactions with other book collectors. The book is filled with interesting stories, and the author's passion for books is infectious. Overall, The Book Hunter At Home is an excellent book for anyone interested in book collecting or literature. The author's love for books is palpable, and his experiences are both informative and entertaining. The book is a must-read for anyone who loves books and appreciates their value.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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