LACONIA — Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will give a free and open talk on the value of old a rare books on Thursday, May 11, at 6:30 p.m. at Laconia Public Library. Gloss, who is also a frequent guest appraiser on PBS' "Antiques Roadshow," will talk in part about the history of his historic bookshop, which goes back to circa 1825. He has many fascinating anecdotes to share as well as guidelines for what to look for when starting a collection. There is also a question-and-answer session before the conclusion of his talk. Following the talk and question-and-answer session, Gloss will give free verbal appraisals of all books that attendees have brought with them or will do so at his shop in Boston.

Source: Daily Sun April 29, 2017 15:45 UTC