Curiosities at World of Rare Books

Here at World of Rare Books we are lucky to have items and titles ranging from the ridiculous to the sublime, from books on obscure subjects to wonderfully weird pieces of ephemera. Take, for example, the 1862 Catalogue of Sanitary Earthenware Appliances by J. Dimmock & Co Sanitary Potters. Peruse at your leisure all 72 […]

Star Wars Literary Influences

Star Wars and its Influences

By Swaz Carter It’s hard to think of a time before Star Wars and its dedicated fan base. Generations have become so familiar with the wide-ranging world that it’s characters and story lines almost feel like mythical tales passed down through the ages. With so many intertwining elements and intricate details in the Star Wars […]