This past weekend, the historic ticket hall of Union Station was transformed into a vibrant biblio-bazaar as Rare Books L.A. welcomed over 50 antiquarian booksellers and collectors from across the country.
The event drew bibliophiles with varying interests; some were in search of rare investment pieces while others cherished the opportunity to physically engage with history.
Held twice a year, this popular fair celebrates collectible printed works in all their forms, with the next event slated for February in Pasadena.
As we meandered through the sold-out aisles of rare books and literary artifacts, we asked several sellers what might catch the attention of readers. Their responses were eclectic and intriguing.
Among the highlights was a rare first edition of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,
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