We maintain a relatively small but very choice inventory of rare books, manuscripts, and ephemera from all fields, from the Medieval to the modern, which are distinguished by their fine, original condition. Some special subjects include fine bindings; antiquarian bibliography; art and architecture; domestic economy; landscape gardening; esoterica; Oriental printing; early children's books; numismatics; early medicine; Texana; curiosa; and much more. * Michael Laird received his Masters degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Texas at Austin in 1989. He has been an antiquarian bookseller since 1992. Michael Laird is a member of the American Appraisers Association, USPAP Compliant, and Certified in the appraisal of Rare and Antiquarian Printed Books. Since 2001 he has taught graduate level courses in Rare Books and Special Collections, most recently at the University of Texas at Austin, School of Information (2008-2013).
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[IMPOVERISHED GIRLS' HOSPITAL, 1731]. The Rules and Constitutions For Governing and Managing the Maiden-Hospital, founded by the Company of Merchants of Edinburgh, and Mary Erskine, in Anno 1695
by [Maiden's Hospital, Edinburgh]
Edinburgh : Robert Fleming and Company , 1731 (click for more details)[TEXTILES - JAPAN, 1920s-1940s]. A lavish bridal kimono featuring lobsters
by Anonymous Japanese Designers
Japan 1930 (click for more details)[ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND ECOLOGY]. The Coal Question; An Inquiry Concerning the Progress of the Nation, and the Probable Exhaustion of Our Coal Mines
by Jevons, William Stanley
London : Macmillan , 1906 (click for more details)[SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS COSTUME AND HIGH SOCIETY]. Collection of 21 original color photographs of the Fiesta Parade "Queens and Princesses" in spectacular gowns and trains. TOGETHER WITH: The Order of the Alamo Presents The Court of Gardens (program)
by Smith, Billo Matthews (photographer). The Order of the Alamo (publisher)
San Antonio : Billo Smith Studios / The Order of the Alamo , 1971 (click for more details)[PRINTED ON ACTUAL BARK]. Birch Bark Poems (Vols. I and II)
by Lummis, Charles F.
Chillicothe, Ohio : The Author , 1883 (click for more details)Recent Catalogs
Rare Books Manuscripts & c.To be exhibited on the occasion of the 2020 NY Antiquarian Book Fair
Rare Books Manuscripts & c.To be exhibited on the occasion of the 2020 New York Antiquarian Book Fair.
Recent Catalogs
Illustrated Catalogue: California Book Fair 2019
Issued on the occasion of the California Book Fair, this catalogue reflects our broad range of interests. It in are described and illustrated 48 items, arranged in special subjects, including Americana, Antiquarian Bibliography, Art and Architecture, Children's Books, Fine and Historic Bookbindings, Literature, Manuscripts and Ephemera, Medicine, Oriental Books, Photography, Science and Technology, Theology and Religion, and much more.