Rare Book Monthly Reviews - February - 2025 Issue

New Acquisitions from the William Reese Company

New Acquisitions from the William Reese Company

The William Reese Company recently issued a catalogue of New Acquisitions. They noted that this is the first Reese catalogue published exclusively by its new owners, James Cummins Bookseller and Peter Harrington. However, followers of the Reese Company will not be surprised as the material is similar to what William Reese offered for many years. They specialize in Americana but also offer literary works from other locales as well. The common thread is that what they present is important and worthy of the best collections. You will not be disappointed. Here are a few samples.
 
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Travel and Exploration from The George S. MacManus Co.

Travel and Exploration from The George S. MacManus Co.

The George S. MacManus Co. has issued their Catalogue 431, Travel and Exploration. These books are overwhelmingly from the 19th century and earlier. The greatest number of travels took place in Nor...

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