rare book
a book that is distinguished by its early printing date, its limited issue, the special character of the edition or binding, or its historical interest.
Origin of rare book
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How to use rare book in a sentence
This is that rare book which is at once worthwhile and great fun.
Britain’s Last Great King: The Epic Life and Indulgences of Edward VII | Michael Korda | December 14, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTOut of My Mind by Sharon Draper is the rare book that I can recommend to everyone.
We have a rare book Room where there are collectibles at all price ranges.
A Tramp Abroad' is a rare book, but it cannot rank with its great predecessor in human charm.
Mark Twain, A Biography, 1835-1910, Complete | Albert Bigelow PaineThis translation, which has become a rare book, has been here slightly revised, and a few illustrative notes have been added.
Early Travels in Palestine | Arculf et al.
It would be difficult to foretell what would happen to a man who should propose to borrow a rare book.
In the Track of the Bookworm | Irving BrowneThe impression was probably large, for it is still by no means a rare book.
The Vision and Creed of Piers Ploughman, Volume I of II | William LanglandThis is Schelhorn's edition of it, which is chiefly coveted, and which is now a rare book in this country.
Bibliomania; or Book-Madness | Thomas Frognall Dibdin
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