Brattlecast #134 - A Signing by Hancock

Brattlecast: A Firsthand Look at Secondhand Books

Today in the studio we’ve got volume three of James Hervey’s Theron and Aspasio: Or, A series of dialogues and letters, upon the most important and interesting subjects. On the edge of your seat yet? With apologies to Mr. Hervey, this item would be what we call in the book business a ‘piece of junk’ if it weren't for a certain famous signature on its title page, and an intriguing backstory that points to something even rarer. We’ll use it as an example in a wide-ranging discussion of provenance, the verification process, and why it’s so important to trust, but also authenticate, in this 100% genuine #brattlecast.