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After sixty-two years in the field of historical letters and manuscripts, Kenneth W. Rendell still feels just as excited as he was when, many years ago, a friend showed him a handwritten letter of George Washington. He couldn't believe it then and still feels "overwhelmed and honored" to collect what he regards as "pieces of human history." This past year, Rendell established two endowed annual lectu... [ more about Kenneth Rendell Endows Two Lecture Series]

Our members list new acquisitions and recently cataloged items almost every day of the year. Below, you'll find a few highlights from these recent additions... George Washington's Second Thanksgiving Proclamation, Sent to American Consuls by EDMUND RANDOLPH "When we review the calamities which afflict so many other nations, the present condition of the United States affords much matter of consolation... [ more about Weekly Highlights]

How does one shop an ABAA Virtual Book Fair? Our Virtual Book Fairs combine the convenience of online commerce with the community of in-person book fairs. Just like at an physical book fair, you will be able to: browse the inventory of many exhibitors, but now with the advantage of only having to check out once no matter how many exhibitors you purchase from! speak with the exhibitors in real time, v... [ more about How to Shop a Virtual Book Fair]