The Secret Book

by Edmund Lester Pearson

Book Overview

The Secret Book, written by Edmund Lester Pearson, is a fascinating work of non-fiction that explores the world of rare and valuable books. The author delves into the history of book collecting and the various methods used to acquire rare books, including theft, forgery, and deception. Pearson also shares stories of some of the most notorious book thieves and forgers in history, including the infamous Count Guglielmo Libri and the notorious book thief,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163093793
• ISBN13: 9781163093795
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"