Books & Manuscripts

Salem witch trials document will star at RR Auction
The document is signed by prosecutor Thomas Newton

17th century alchemist’s manuscript heads to auction
The 17th century alchemist’s manuscript could make $80,000

Sylvia Plath’s personal collection to auction in March
Sylvia Plath’s personal memorabilia includes several pieces relating to The Bell Jar

Walt Whitman handwritten poem offered at Bonhams
A short Walt Whitman poem on death is valued at $30,000

Battle Hymn of the Republic text to make $50,000?
The Battle Hymn of the Republic is a phenomenal anthem

MoMA acquires Hebrew Bible in private sale
The Spanish Hebrew Bible was produced in the Castile region

Marquis de Sade’s 120 Days of Sodom saved
The French government labelled the book a national treasure

Books and manuscripts: 2017 auction review
The biggest sale of the year was a founding religious text

Charles Dickens train crash letter sold at Sotheby’s
Dickens suffered from PTSD in the aftermath of the crash