Raptis Rare Books is pleased to welcome back acclaimed speaker and historian Lee Pollock of The International Churchill Society as he presents: At Churchill’s Table: Dining and Diplomacy with History’s Greatest Leaders. Beyond his stature as a world statesman, Churchill is almost as well known for his love for—and consumption of—food and wine and forContinue reading “Raptis Rare Books Lecture Series: At Churchill’s Table: Dining and Diplomacy with History’s Greatest Leaders.”
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In the News: Matthew Raptis and Antiquarian Books.
The following article was recently published in the Local Business Feature of the December 2018 issue of Boca Magazine. To read the full article follow the link and navigate to page 82 in the flipbook.
Join us for a Lecture and Book Signing with Award-Winning Journalist Peter Golden
Raptis Rare Books in collaboration with the Palm Beach Book Festival presents an exclusive lecture and book signing event with award-winning journalist, historian and novelist Peter Golden. The author of nine books, Peter Golden has interviewed Presidents Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and Bush (41); Secretaries of State Kissinger, Shultz, and Eagleburger; Israeli Prime Ministers Rabin, Peres, andContinue reading “Join us for a Lecture and Book Signing with Award-Winning Journalist Peter Golden”
Join Us For an Evening with Ed Lamont discussing Addison Mizner: Exotic Society Architect
Raptis Rare Books is pleased to welcome acclaimed speaker and historian Edwin Lamont as he discusses the intriguing history of Addison Mizner: Exotic Society Architect. Addison Mizner brought forth the distinctive Mizner style of architecture, interior, and landscape design in Palm Beach. From the mind of Mizner sprung private clubs, oceanfront and lakeside mansions, andContinue reading “Join Us For an Evening with Ed Lamont discussing Addison Mizner: Exotic Society Architect”
Join Us For an Evening with Lee Pollock Discussing Winston Churchill’s Journalism and Reporting
Raptis Rare Books welcomes back acclaimed speaker and historian Lee Pollock of The International Churchill Society as he explores the fascinating story of “Winston Churchill, Reporting”. Winston Churchill ranks as one of the greatest statesman of modern times, renowned for his defense of Britain and the free world in their “darkest hour”. Politics wasContinue reading “Join Us For an Evening with Lee Pollock Discussing Winston Churchill’s Journalism and Reporting”
Join Us For a Discussion on American Presidents with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg
Raptis Rare Books welcomes back Dr. Alvin S. Felzenberg, a recognized expert on American politics, the American presidency, Congress, and political movements. Dr. Felzenberg served in two presidential administrations, was senior adviser to the Departments of State and Defense, and was principal spokesman for the 9-11 Commission. His writings have appeared in the Washington Post, the Weekly Standard,Continue reading “Join Us For a Discussion on American Presidents with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg”
Lecture and Book Signing with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg
[fusion_text] Please join us for a lecture and book signing with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg, author of A Man and His Presidents: The Political Odyssey of William F. Buckley, Jr. on Thursday, October 5th at 6pm. Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP to Susan@RaptisRareBooks.com Raptis Rare Books 226 Worth Avenue Palm Beach,Continue reading “Lecture and Book Signing with Dr. Alvin Felzenberg”
California Book Fair Dreaming…
This weekend we will be at the Santa Monica International Antiquarian Book Fair in Santa Monica. Book fairs are a fun and convenient way to meet like-minded book collectors and sellers, so please join us in Santa Monica! Over 90 quality exhibitors will offer for sale a wide variety of Antiquarian, Rare and First EditionContinue reading “California Book Fair Dreaming…”
The 52nd Annual New York Antiquarian Book Fair
Yesterday kicked off the 52nd annual New York Antiquarian Book Fair held at the Park Avenue Armory. For anyone who has ever attended an antiquarian book fair, this one tops them all. High-end book dealers come from all over the world to display the most interesting and rare books that are still available for purchase.Continue reading “The 52nd Annual New York Antiquarian Book Fair”
California International Antiquarian Book Fair
This weekend we will be at the California International Antiquarian Book Fair in San Francisco. It will be located at the Concourse Exhibition Center. 635 8th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 487-3293 View Map TICKETS & HOURS Opening Day Friday, February 11: 3 pm – 8 pm Saturday, February 12: 11 am – 7Continue reading “California International Antiquarian Book Fair”