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Cult books: obsession with the obscure
June 03, 2021
From funny fiction and serious science fiction to knitting manuals and alternative art, the books on this list have steered the course of an individual's life, and garnered fanatic attention from a few or few million readers for their quirky and obscure content.
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40 books set in Paris
By Jessica Doyle
June 03, 2021
From novels to memoirs and history books, enjoy our list of recommended books set in Paris, France.
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Recommended food memoirs
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The 50 best food memoirs
By Richard Davies
June 21, 2021
Food memoirs can be divided into three categories - finding and/or growing food, cooking meals and eating - but these often merge. Browse our list of recommended food writing and get a taste of life in the kitchen.
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30 essential love stories for readers
June 21, 2021
From Jane Austen's Persuasion to Doctor Zhivago, love stories are integral to literature and countless great and doomed romances can be found in classic novels. This book list goes beyond simple romance - these are epic love stories.
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Behind the Lens: The Untold Visual Story of Queen's Rise to Rock Royalty
February 13, 2026
Killer Queen: The Official Signed Limited Edition features Mick Rock's photography of Queen from 1973 to 1976. This book is the official visual chronicle of the band during their most creative years.
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January 28, 2026
From Leibniz's wit to Tolkien's magic: Philosophy, fantasy, and literary treasures.
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Timeless tales for the holidays: AbeBooks 2025 gift guide
December 02, 2025
The holidays are a time for gathering, giving, and getting lost in the stories that have shaped generations. Whether you're searching for the perfect gift for a fellow book lover or treating yourself to a collectible edition, there are literary treasures just waiting to be discovered.
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Most expensive sales from July to September 2025
October 13, 2025
From Masonic texts to Art Deco treasures: Masterworks of printing
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From screen to shelf: summer 2025 adaptations
July 29, 2025
Summer's silver screen is calling, but the magic lies in the books that inspired it. With stories making their way to screens both big and small, explore our curated list of collectible titles and rare books.
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Most expensive sales from April to June 2025
July 16, 2025
From Renaissance philosophy to twentieth-century masterpieces: five centuries of literary achievement.
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The Sidereus Nuncius: Galileo's Revolutionary Work That Traveled to the Stars
July 15, 2025
A once-in-a-lifetime edition — limited to just 99 collector sets worldwide, each bearing astronaut signatures, a certified lunar meteorite, and Galileo’s vision of the cosmos.
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Sims Reed - leading specialists in rare illustrated books
May 30, 2025
Sims Reed Ltd. was established in 1978 (then became Sims Reed & Fogg for several years) and has always traded from St James’s, in the heart of London. Its first shop was in Sackville Street then Piccadilly Arcade, later in Jermyn Street and the premises then moved to behind Christies on Duke Street St James’s, under the same roof as Sims Reed Gallery.
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Ein Leitfaden für Buchzustände
May 02, 2025
Erfahren Sie mehr über die Begriffe, die Verkäuferinnen und Verkäufer zur Beschreibung gebrauchter, seltener und antiquarischer Bücher verwenden.
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Most expensive sales from January to March 2025
April 23, 2025
Classic children's books, a revolutionary play, and more.
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December 23, 2024
An iconic children’s book, the genesis of science fiction, Italian Futurist manifestos, and much more.
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AbeBooks 2024 gift guide
November 18, 2024
Experience the joy of giving the perfect gift. AbeBooks offers unique books and collectibles for everyone on your list, with many thoughtful options falling under $50.
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20 must-read Australian authors
November 12, 2024
Explore the diverse and talented voices of 20 must-read Australian authors with a list of new and second hand books to buy online, read or gift.
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20 must-read Canadian authors
November 12, 2024
Explore the diverse and talented voices of 20 must-read Canadian authors with a list of new and used books to buy online, read or gift.
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Antiquariat INLIBRIS Gilhofer Nfg. GmbH – a Viennese bookstore with a fine tradition
November 01, 2024
A leading rare book store since 1883, Inlibris stocks more than 50,000 rare books, historical manuscripts and autographs. We spoke to Hugo Wetscherek, the owner.