We are the senior trade body for dealers in antiquarian and rare books, manuscripts and allied materials in the UK and Ireland.
Founded in 1906 and the oldest organisation of its kind in the world, the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association represents the interests of over 230 member businesses, by creating a standard of business ethics and professional standards.
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The ABA Newsletter (419: Autumn 2024)
16/Sept/2024
The latest instalment of our bi-annual newsletter
Destination Dealers: Roger J. Treglown, Milnthorpe
06/Aug/2024
Our new occasional series visits dealers around the UK, getting to know their shops, specialisms, and what they’re looking out for on the market.