Archmere Library Houses Literary Masterpieces Along the Delaware River
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Exquisitely designed by John J. Raskob for social gatherings and a bespoke book collection, the Archmere Library now houses meetings and literary masterpieces.
While researching rare book dealers, writer Bill Meehan came across a title once owned by financier John J. Raskob. The book’s primary feature was its unusual binding. Learning that Raskob’s records are held at the Hagley Museum and Library, the author spent months examining the 64-box collection organized by archivist Richard James. The following describes Raskob’s spectacular Archmere estate library and explains his taste in book collecting.
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