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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Search the inventories of ABA and ILAB member booksellers.
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair | 16 - 19 May 2024
23/Apr/2024
Join us for London's premier rare book fair
My Own Two Hands: An Interview with Emma Treleaven
05/Apr/2024
Emma Treleaven on her 2023 National Book Collecting Prize winning collection, which highlights the often-hidden talents of generations of domestic women, and preserves the precious ephemeral records of their work for future makers.
Destination Dealers: John Atkinson Fine & Rare Books, Harrogate
27/Mar/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.