Author: Laura Jaeger
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A Look Back 2013: Recent Happenings at Ankh Antiquarian Books
Over more than a decade ago, we had a wonderful time at the Wilson Hall Book Fair at Melbourne University. It was a special event, not just for the book trade, but because my 13-year-old daughter, Laura, joined me at the stall, getting some of her first hands-on experience in bookselling. That fair also sparked…
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2022 Ankh Books Recap…
2022 was a transformative year at Ankh Antiquarian Books. After two years of global lockdowns, Jennifer Jaeger and her daughter Laura embraced the opportunity to travel and expand their horizons. Laura’s three-month trip to American and mainly the New York Book Fair, run by the ABAA, was a resounding success. She even earned a feature…
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Are Latin Books the New Collectible?
“People just don’t buy Latin in Australia!” This statement is one I’ve heard from booksellers countless times over the last two decades. Despite their skepticism, I’ve devoted myself to promoting and selling rare Latin books. Their scarcity in Australia makes them incredibly rare treasures, yet they are finally gaining the attention they deserve from collectors…