Booksellers and bookselling
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Paul F. Tavel Account Book
Collection
Identifier: MS-1365
Abstract
This collection consists of a small bound notebook kept by Paul F. Tavel containing financial records for his bookbinding business from 1861 to 1864 in and around Davidson County, Tennessee.
Dates:
1861-1864
Robert Bell Book Auction Facsimile
Collection
Identifier: MS-3576
Abstract Note
This facsimile reproduces a circular from the 18th century bookseller Robert Bell. The front of the advertisement announces his arrival from Philadelphia and a list of 37 books with their estimated prices. The back offers several quotes about learning and books from various sources including Cicero, Bacon, and the Bible.
Dates:
circa 1780