Books & Manuscripts
Salem witch trials document will star at RR Auction
The document is signed by prosecutor Thomas Newton
Sylvia Plath’s personal collection to auction in March
Sylvia Plath’s personal memorabilia includes several pieces relating to The Bell Jar
Walt Whitman handwritten poem offered at Bonhams
A short Walt Whitman poem on death is valued at $30,000
Marquis de Sade’s 120 Days of Sodom saved
The French government labelled the book a national treasure
Books and manuscripts: 2017 auction review
The biggest sale of the year was a founding religious text
17th century alchemist’s scroll realises $786,000
The alchemist’s scroll features poetry by George Ripley
Quentin Blake’s Hunchback cover makes $18,500
Proceeds from the auction will benefit the House of Illustration
Two Ronnies Four Candles script to auction
Four Candles is perhaps the most popular British comedy sketch
17th century alchemist’s manuscript to sell
The manuscript contains instructions for achieving eternal life
Handwritten Harry Potter book to beat estimate?
The one off booklet is valued at up to $161,000 at Dreweatts