Books & Maps

 

Our burgeoning book department is enjoying healthy and rapid growth. We have achieved considerable success with the sale of collections of rare works by renowned authors and illustrators such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Charles Dickens, H Rider Haggard, Arthur Rackham, Kurt Vonnegut amogst many others.

All books are carefully appraised and catalogued, with detailed descriptions and condition reports prepared by our experienced and respected specialist, Michael Kousah, prior to exposure to an eager worldwide audience.

To find out more about our forthcoming sales or talk further about potential consignments, please do not hesitate to contact one of our specialist team.

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Our specialists

Our specialists hold regular valuation days. Please contact us for more information, or complete the online form to enquire about the valuation of your items. 

Michael Kousah

Michael Kousah
Books 

T: 01279 817778
E: books@sworder.co.uk

Frank Barnett

Frank Barnett
Books

T: 01279 817778
E: frankbarnett@sworder.co.uk

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News & Articles

Exploring History with David Britton | A Lifetime of Passion and Curiosity

David Britton's lifelong passion for history, meticulous research, and collecting rare books is set to take centre stage in our forthcoming timed sale of Books and Maps from 18-27 October. From his early love of cycling and navigation to his later years as a published local historian, David’s journey is reflected in his impressive collection of antiquarian books, which offers a unique glimpse into his dedication to uncovering the past.

17 October 2024

Legacies of Leadership | Signatures from US Presidents

 An American presidential theme has emerged as a highlight of Sworders’ upcoming Books, Manuscripts, Autographs and Maps sale, which offers the chance to bid on a plethora of signed lots, that will form part of the sale that runs online from 18-27 October.

17 October 2024

Stansted and the Rumblings of Religious Reform

Sworders’ upcoming Books and Maps sale features two rare drawn and hand-coloured plans, detailing the tracts of land and buildings in the area owned by Mr Samuel Day at the turn of the 18th century. They carry an estimate of £800-1200, and will form part of the sale that runs online from 18-27 October.

15 October 2024