rare book
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rare book
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Despite the tensions between these audiences, Mr. Ryrie has produced the rare book that deserves attention from both believers and skeptics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Hitler’s original copy is in the rare book collection, along with 1,200 of his other books, at the Library of Congress.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2024
He acquired it through the rare book dealer Peter Harrington at an auction held by Sotheby's in 2001.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2023
Times Festival of Books, immediately raced to the rare book annex.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2023
She was going to say a strange boy had broken into a room with a rare book and started rambling on about golden arrows.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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