Hidden in libraries and private collections around the world, these first editions are worth record-breaking sums.

Raptis Rare Books, an esteemed antiquarian book firm specializing in fine first editions, signed and inscribed books, and landmark works across all fields, has launched its Holiday 2024 Catalog. The ...

A rare copy of the first Harry Potter book is going up for private sale at Christie’s in London, with initial offers starting from $250,000 (200,000 pounds). The first edition copy of "Harry Potter ...

Ever wonder if that dusty old book on your shelf might be worth a small fortune? From rare first editions to long-forgotten limited prints, valuable old books might be hidden in your attic or a thrift ...

The fantasy collectibles market had another headline moment this week when a rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit sold at auction in Bristol, England, for $57,000. The book, discovered ...

Harry Potter fans, how much would you pay for a first edition copy of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?” This book, one of only 500 produced, sold for £15,500, or about $19,711. A lot of ...

How much would you spend on a single copy of a book that you really really want? I am not a rare book collector, but every so often I treat myself to a (relatively) rare first-edition copy of a book ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Eliza Anderson, Deseret News HANOVER, N.H. — The librarians at the Rauner Special Collections Library at Dartmouth College are ...