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Rare Book Chat

Rare Book Chat

By: Jeremy O'Connor and Michael DiRuggiero
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 Dive deep into the fascinating world of rare books with Rare Book Chat. Hosted by Michael DiRuggiero and Jeremy O'Connor, the co-founders of The Manhattan Rare Book Company, this podcast explores the unique and often valuable items that fill the world of rare books, manuscripts, letters, photographs, archives, and more. From historical documents to literary first editions, we'll discuss the stories behind these one-of-a-kind treasures. Join us as we explore the intricacies of the rare book trade and discover the hidden gems that await.2024 Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Dining with Dali, Computer Liberation, and Bidding Against Yourself (an AI story)

    Dining with Dali, Computer Liberation, and Bidding Against Yourself (an AI story)
    Jun 9 2025

    Special guest! Hélène Golay of Capitol Hill Books joins Jeremy and Michael to discuss post-war diplomacy through fine dining, Jeremy's hungry cat leads to an impulsive purchase of an early manifesto on the personal computer, and Michael and Jeremy realize they are often competing with themselves for the price of a book. Enjoy the show! Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments at: hello@rarebookchat.com.
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    30 mins
  • A Magic Bible, and Smith with a "P"

    A Magic Bible, and Smith with a "P"
    May 22 2025

    Whose Bible would be more fun at a dinner party, Mick Jagger's or Harry Houdini's? And what about that curious Wodehouse manuscript coming up for auction? So much to think about, including Michael's feeling that there is an alarming lack of respect for comic literature in the rare book market.

    Thank you for listening! Do you have any ideas for us? Email us at hello@rarebookchat.com. We'd love to hear about your rare book adventures, ideas for new episodes, observations, questions... whatever it is, we want to hear from you!
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    20 mins
  • A Prank Inscription, Bloody Relics, and Harry Potter Unbound

    A Prank Inscription, Bloody Relics, and Harry Potter Unbound
    Apr 30 2025

    All about a book that was not inscribed by Calvin Coolidge to Ernest Hemingway, the gloves Lincoln wore the fateful night of the assassination, and a marvelous Harry Potter curiosity... Enjoy!
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    30 mins
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