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MATTAPOISETT – Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston’s Downtown Crossing section, will give a virtual presentation via Zoom on Wednesday, June 16, 4 p.m., for Mattapoisett Free Public Library and discuss the value of old and rare books.
Gloss, a rare book specialist and appraiser who is frequently seen on national TV, will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop (www.brattlebookshop.com/about), which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner.
Gloss will talk about and show some of his favorite finds and describe some of the joys of the hunt, as well as explain what makes a book go up in value. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share as well as guidelines for what to look for when starting a collection. There is also a Q&A session before the conclusion of his talk. Following the talk and question-and-answer session, Gloss will give free verbal appraisals of books participa
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Sudbury Historical Society will host a virtual presentation with Kenneth Gloss, owner of Brattle Book Shop in Boston, to discuss the value of old and rare books at 1 p.m. April 14.
Gloss, a rare book specialist and an Antiques Roadshow appraiser will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop, which goes back to circa 1825. He is a second-generation owner.
Gloss will talk about and show some of his favorite finds and describe some of the joys of the hunt, as well as explain what makes a book go up in value. He will also share guidelines for what to look for when starting a collection.
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NEW BEDFORD Got an old book? Want to see if it s worth anything?
The New Bedford Free Public Library is hosting a virtual discussion with Kenneth Gloss, owner of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston and frequent guest appraiser on PBS Antiques Roadshow on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m.
Register for the Zoom discussion and have a book or two on hand, as Gloss will give free verbal appraisals of participant s books.
Gloss, according to a press release, will talk about and show some of his favorite finds and describe some of the joys of the hunt, as well as explain what makes a book go up in value. He ll offer up some advice about what to look for when starting a book collection.