Thew New Antiquarian is the blog of the Antiqurian Booksellers' Association of America

May 1 marks the hundredth birthday of Agnes Dawson, a mainstay of the Southern California book trade for over seventy-five years. Agnes' career in the book world began when she met Muir Dawson in 1947. When they met, Muir and his elder brother, Glen, had recently taken over the management of Dawson's Book Shop from their father, Ernest, who had founded the business in 1905. Agnes married Muir in 1948... [ more about Agnes Dawson Turns 100]

Browse the latest catalogs, newsletters, and e-lists of rare books, fine bindings, incunabula, print ephemera, and much more from the members of the ABAA below. (Also includes podcasts, blog posts, and other digital formats.) *New* indicates any catalogs brought to our attention since the early March 2024. AARDVARK BOOKS/EZRA TISHMAN BOOK APPRAISALS March Exit Stage Left List *New* March Lion List (M... [ more about Latest Catalogs of Rare Books]

Edit: The recording of this event is now available: The April Brown Bag Lunch Series will feature a panel discussion with ABAA members on the Expansion of Materials of the Antiquarian/Rare Book Trade. The webinar will focus on unique and unusual items, dealers expanding the diversity of traditional materials represented as antiquarian books, and more. Please join the Gender Equity Initiative on Zoom... [ more about Brown Bag Series: Expansion of Materials of the Antiquarian/Rare Book Trade]