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100 1 _aBruno, Guido,
_d1884-1942
245 1 0 _aAdventures in American Bookshops, Antique Stores and Auction Rooms
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-03-22
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Adventures in American Bookshops, Antique Stores and Auction Rooms" by Guido Bruno is a collection of personal essays and observations written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the vibrant and eclectic world of bookshops, antique stores, and auction rooms across America, particularly focusing on the rich tapestry of human stories behind the buying and selling of old and rare items. Through engaging anecdotes and keen insights, Bruno aims to capture the charm and complexity of this unique subculture. The opening of the book sets the stage for the author's exploration of the different kinds of people who inhabit the world of antiquities and used books. Bruno introduces readers to the concept of "cash clothes" peddlers in New York City, highlighting the life of a street seller who buys and sells discarded garments. He vividly describes this man's daily routines, motivations, and interactions with the community. The piece weaves together humor and social commentary, providing a glimpse into the lives of those who navigate the underbelly of commerce in search of value, history, and identity. This opening portion effectively establishes the book's focus on characters and narratives that unfold within the nexus of American commerce and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBooksellers and bookselling -- United States
653 _aAntiquarian booksellers -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56811
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