Old and Rare Books with Ken Gloss

Join us a Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston’s Downtown Crossing section, will discuss the value of old and rare books!

Ken, a rare book specialist and appraiser who is frequently seen on national TV, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop, which goes back to circa 1825. Ken will discuss growing up in the book business, show some of his favorite finds while enjoying “the thrill of the hunt,” and explain how he appraises books and manuscripts. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share about private and institutional collecting as well as guidelines for building and maintaining a significant collection.

Following the talk, Ken will answer questions and will appraise books brought by attendees.

This is a Plaistow Historical Society program taking place at the Plaistow Library.

You may also like the following events from Plaistow Public Library:

• Next Tuesday, 19th August, 06:00 pm, Empowering the Midlife Woman: Navigating Menopause and Metabolic Health in Plaistow
• Next month, 10th September, 06:00 pm, Estate Planning Workshop in Plaistow
• Next month, 16th September, 06:00 pm, Who Are These People: Organizing Your Photos and Paperwork in Plaistow