York Antiquarian Book Seminar (YABS) (September 8-12, 2024)

About York Antiquarian Book Seminar (YABS):

Learn about the rare book trade from some of the best booksellers and librarians in the country.

York Antiquarian Book Seminar offers an opportunity for leading booksellers and librarians to share their expertise and experience with would-be and fledgling booksellers, librarians and collectors in a comprehensive survey of the second-hand, antiquarian and rare book markets. Basic procedures and problems are discussed both formally and informally through a series of lectures, discussions, and practical hands-on workshops with emphasis on cataloguing, pricing and bookselling.

The seminar is designed for people of all levels of expertise, from beginners to those with years of experience who want to hone their skills in this rapidly changing field.

2024 YABS Seminar Date:

Sunday 8 September 2024 - Thursday 12 September 2024.

Venue:

St Saviourgate York

CMC

St Saviourgate

York

YO1 8NQ

https://www.chvenues.com/ssy/ssy-contact/ssy-location/

The fees for 2024 are £650. This includes three and half days of lectures and demonstrations, instructional materials, a bookshop and printed press tour, daily lunches and refreshments and a Thursday farewell dinner.Book promptly to avoid disappointment. The course has been fully booked (with a waiting list) annually since its inception. Bookings can made on the Book Now page and will be open shortly.

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Note:  These events are listed as a courtesy to members and friends of IOBA.  Every effort is made to post accurate information, but the most reliable information will obtained by contacting the YABS point of contact.

York Antiquarian Book Seminar (yabseminar.com)

Please direct any questions about the seminar to the seminar organiser:

The Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association Educational Trust Riley Grant secretary@aba.org.uk

Tel: +44 (0)20 8004 9512