Some people just don't know a treasure when they see them.

[Gremco]

I was brousing through the craft mall near me yesterday when I found a booth with some books. There I found a book dated 1841. For $5. :shock: The pages have age spots, true, but you can read every word and there are no pages missing or even falling out. I don't know how this book is in such good condition. It was miraculous. It's called "The Ladies Pearl and Literary Gleaner." It is a colection of Ladies Newsletters for the entire year of 1841. It has has stories and poems and all sorts of things. For $5!!!! I'm excited. I'm almost afraid to read it because how amazingly well kept it is!

[Bonnie]

oh no...don't be afraid. Those old books are dying to be read again. Just treat her gently, and it should be fine for a few more years still to come...I have a book that predates the copyright laws (there's NO date inside) and it was bought for three dollars at a used book store. I've got a bunch of others as well, all predating the 1900's, all bought at ridiculous prices, and all now cherished and valued. The one I mentioned above, Rip Van Winkle/legend of Sleepy HOllow, also came with newspaper clippings inside (one of the famous poem regarding children being seen and not heard) and an inscription. VERY cool.

[Lady Alasse]

Yes read it again it is probely packed with great stuff. I have a bok that is really old. (can't remember the date on it now but I know it's old) You should see our copies of Fellowship of the Ring LOL They are well loved LOL :)