Bauman Rare Books — Local services in New York

Huge amount of respect for this place. I went here when I was a kid. They were far more gracious and sharing to me off the street than the special collections section of my university library. Very non-elitist despite selling things that are very expensive. No snooty attitude, just passion for what they do. They let me look through incredible books, handle them - even though I had no intention of buying them. Amazing service this place does. Thank you...

I called to get information regarding a large law book collection that I have. When she (Erin) informed me "it was not her job" to tell me where to call to get information, I got absolutely no help from her and she cut me off and would not let me ask a question. I have law books dating back to the 1800's and receipts from purchase and was looking for a direction of who to talk to about either selling or if I should keep...

My husband and I stumbled into this shop by accident. What a wonderful gem especially for literary nuts, high value book collectors and book lovers alike. Open space with rows upon rows of antique looking books while the special rare ones are behind a long glass case towards the right. Much like a museum of fine books. The shopkeeper that day was very friendly, knowledgable and helpful. Very rare, first editions on...