"The Man Who Loved Books Too Much." Bartlett. Riverhead. $24.95.
"This is the biography of John Charles Gilkey, internationally known thief of books - rare books. This book will keep you up very late at night." Full article here.
I wonder if he ever pinched any Civil War books?
2 comments:
Paul,
I heard the author speak on Book TV, and I've read pieces of the book in B&N. Fascinating stuff, and a reeally good read.
Harry -
From what I've heard, it is indeed a fascinating book. I'll have to pick this one up.
Paul
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