Theodor Herzl, a name etched in the annals of history, is hailed as the visionary architect of modern Zionism. Born in Budapest in 1860, Herzl’s profound impact on the course of Jewish history and the establishment of the State of Israel is immeasurable. His life’s work, culminating in the publication of “The Jewish State” inContinue reading “The Visionary Legacy of Theodor Herzl: Architect of Modern Zionism”
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The Legacy of Enzo Ferrari: Mastermind Behind the Horse
Enzo Ferrari, a name synonymous with speed, elegance, and motorsport excellence, left an indelible mark on the automotive world. Born on February 20, 1898, in Modena, Italy, Ferrari’s journey from a racing enthusiast to the founder of one of the most iconic luxury sports car brands is nothing short of extraordinary. Ferrari’s passionContinue reading “The Legacy of Enzo Ferrari: Mastermind Behind the Horse”
In the News: Palm Beach TV Sundays: Raptis Rare Books on Worth Avenue.
Matthew and Adrienne Raptis of Raptis Rare Books were recently featured in the Palm Beach Civic Association‘s Palm Beach TV Sunday Newscast which highlights the unique lifestyle of Palm Beach. Palm Beach TV Sundays: September 17, 2023 HUMAN INTEREST | OUR TOWN | September 15, 2023 Leave the fast-paced world behind as we step inside Raptis Rare BooksContinue reading “In the News: Palm Beach TV Sundays: Raptis Rare Books on Worth Avenue.”
J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter: the Best-Selling Book Series of All Time.
Born in the summer of 1965, English author J. K. Rowling (born Joanne Rowling) is one of the most successful and well-known authors in modern history. She was born into a middle-class family in Yate, Gloucestershire. When she was four years old, her family moved to Winterbourne, Gloucestershire, where she attended St. Michael’s Church ofContinue reading “J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter: the Best-Selling Book Series of All Time.”
We’re Hiring – Rare Book Store Gallery Assistant
Job description Position Overview Raptis Rare Books is currently seeking a full-time Gallery Assistant to join our team and assist with daily business operations. The ideal candidate will possess formal coursework, training, or professional experience in rare book and/or special collections librarianship. Primary Responsibilities: Report directly to the Gallery Manager to: Assist with greeting andContinue reading “We’re Hiring – Rare Book Store Gallery Assistant”
Shel Silverstein: Man of Many Talents
Born in Chicago, Illinois in the fall of 1930, Shel Silverstein is remembered as one of the most prominent voices in children’s literature and poetry in the 20th century. His career, however, spanned multiple genres, including cartoons, plays, and music. He was the recipient of two Grammy awards and was among the nominees for theContinue reading “Shel Silverstein: Man of Many Talents”
In the News: A Blueprint for Early America: Owen Biddle’s 1806 Book, The Young Carpenter’s Assistant.
Raptis Rare Books was recently featured in the July/August 2023 issue of The Magazine Antiques in the article: A Blueprint for Early America: Owen Biddle’s 1806 Book, The Young Carpenter’s Assistant by Benjamin Davidson and Pippa Biddle. Read the full article here.
The Great American Novels of Cormac McCarthy.
Named by Harold Bloom as one of the four great American novelists of his time (alongside Thomas Pynchon, Philip Roth, and Don DeLillo), Cormac McCarthy published twelve novels over the course of his lifetime, spanning the Southern Gothic, Western and post-apocalyptic genres. Economic in style, his fiction was dark and often violent, featuring characters who,Continue reading “The Great American Novels of Cormac McCarthy.”
Ernest Hemingway: Spokesman of the Lost Generation.
American journalist and novelist Ernest Hemingway‘s legacy to American literature lies in his economical and understated writing style, which he termed the “iceberg theory” and writers who came after him either attempted to emulate or avoid. After his reputation was established with the publication of The Sun Also Rises, Hemingway essentially became the spokesperson forContinue reading “Ernest Hemingway: Spokesman of the Lost Generation.”
Celebrating International Women’s Day and Notable Female Authors.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we invite you to browse some of the most notable works by female authors that have graced our bookshelves in recent years: First published in 1818, Frankenstein is not only the “most famous English horror novel” but also, by some critics’ reckoning, “the first genuine science fictionContinue reading “Celebrating International Women’s Day and Notable Female Authors.”