Griffin Rare Books
Charleston, SC, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Joined December 5, 2024
About this seller
The story of Griffin Rare Books spans four generations and two continents. It begins in the small city of Jassy, Romania. My great-grandfather s bookstore provided books for the Romanian royal family, in particular the queen, when the family fled to Jassy from Bucharest during World War I. After the war, the queen sent the royal painter to do a portrait of my great-grandfather, Israel Kupperman, which was later hung in the Royal Academy in Bucharest. When my family moved from Romania to New York City, my grandfather, Alfred Fox, pursued a mix of occupations, including bookselling. Family legend has it that he invented the concept of the paperback book. Unfortunately, he was a better visionary than he was a businessman, and he died penniless. My father, Leonard Fox, continued the family tradition. A brilliant linguist and translator, he held a number of jobs, including proprietor of the bookstore Orientalia, specializing in books on the religions and cultures of the Far East. When he was eventually forced to close down, he kept most of the books in his personal library. Over the ensuing decades, he dealt in rare and antiquarian volumes by mail-order under the trade name Griffin Books. After my father s death, my wife and I decided to honor his memory, and my family legacy, by continuing the tradition. Griffin Rare Books is now online, with a strong presence on AbeBooks. Feel free to contact us for specific requests, or with questions regarding any of the volumes highlighted on our blog.
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Terms of Sale
1. Payment
We accept payments through AbeBooks. All payments must be received before orders are shipped. Prices are listed in USD and include applicable taxes but exclude shipping fees unless otherwise stated.
2. Shipping
Orders will be processed and shipped within 3-5 business days after payment confirmation. Shipping times vary by destination, and delays may occur due to circumstances beyond our control. Buyers are responsible for providing accurate shipping information.
3. Returns and Refunds...
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Packaging
All items are securely packaged to protect against damage during transit. Books are shipped in sturdy mailers or boxes to ensure they arrive in the condition described.
Shipping Rates and Methods
Shipping rates are calculated based on the average weight of one standard-sized book (2.2 lbs/1 kg). Additional charges may apply for heavier books, multi-volume sets, or shipping to remote locations. If additional shipping fees are required, we will contact you for approval before processing your order.
Delivery Timeframes
Orders are typically shipped within 1–3 business days of payment confirmation. Estimated delivery times are:
- Domestic (within USA): 3–7 business days
- International: 7–21 business days (depending on location and customs processing).
Tracking and Insurance
Tracking numbers will be provided for all shipments where available. Insurance is included for items of high value (over [e.g., $50]) or upon request for other shipments. Please contact us if you require additional shipping options or expedited services.
Customs and Import Duties
International buyers are responsible for any customs fees, taxes, or import duties that may apply in their country.
Shipping Issues
If your item does not arrive within the estimated timeframe or arrives damaged, please contact us promptly. We will work with you to resolve the issue, including refunds or replacements where applicable.