Rare Book Chat

Welcome to Rare Book Chat: In this episode we discuss Eleanor Roosevelt’s This I remember, a letter addressed to Jimmy, Einstein dancing in the multiverse, and the filthiest story ever told... Enjoy!

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Items discussed:

A special copy of Eleanor Roosevelt's This I Remember:
https://historical.ha.com/itm/books/martin-luther-king-jr-lyndon-b-johnson-and-eleanor-roosevelt-signed-copy-of-this-i-remember/a/6305-47200.s?ic4=ListView-ShortDescription-071515

Letter from Gettysburg:
https://bid.fleischersauctions.com/lots/view/1-9JMEZH/gettysburg-vivid-soldiers-letter

Letter from Daniel Lipkin to Albert Einstein:
https://historical.ha.com/itm/autographs/inventors/albert-einstein-heavily-annotated-letter-on-the-subject-of-his-theory-of-generalized-gravitation-together-with-a-typed-letter-signed/a/6305-47174.s?ic4=ListView-Thumbnail-071515

Marquis de Sade letter:
https://www.edition-originale.com/en/autograph-letters-manuscripts/literary-manuscripts/sade-lettre-du-marquis-de-sade-depuis-1801-85841

What is Rare Book Chat?

Dive deep into the fascinating world of rare books with Rare Book Chat. Hosted by Michael DiRuggiero and Jeremy O'Connor, the co-founders of The Manhattan Rare Book Company, this twice-weekly podcast explores the unique and often valuable items that fill the world of rare books, manuscripts, letters, photographs, archives, and more.

From historical documents to literary first editions, we'll discuss the stories behind these one-of-a-kind treasures. Join us as we explore the intricacies of the rare book trade and discover the hidden gems that await.