Question 1

Will shipping charges be added at checkout?

Accepted Answer

No. Tracked & Insured shipping is included anywhere in the U.S. Outside of the U.S. shipping charges will apply.

Question 2

Do you ship internationally?

Accepted Answer

Yes! If you need shipping outside of the USA please contact us at: info@patricksrarebooks.com and request a shipping quote prior to purchasing.

Question 3

Do you buy books and/or libraries?

Accepted Answer

We do. If you have a pre-1900s medical book or theological book/Bible you are looking to sell, feel free to contact us at info@patricksrarebooks.com
 
If you have an entire library you wish to sell, please contact us at info@patricksrarebooks.com with your location and a brief description of the contents of the library, such as: approximate quantity, date ranges, genres, and binding styles.
 
If we are interested in purchasing we will request more information and photos. We only buy antiquarian books.

Question 4

Do you do appraisals?

Accepted Answer

No, at this time we do not offer appraisal as one of our services.

Question 5

Can you help me find a book?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Feel free to contact us about the book you're searching for—but do keep in mind that we are specialists in medicine, theology, & Bibles—so if you're seeking a book outside of those categories it may take us more time to locate it.

Question 6

Where is Patrick's Rare Books located?

Accepted Answer

We are located in Michigan, U.S.A, but are always willing to travel for the right book/books.

Question 7

Do you have a brick & mortar shop?

Accepted Answer

No. We sell entirely online. We strategically maintain a small and intentionally selective inventory, predominantly in our areas of expertise.

Question 8

Why do you specialize in medical books?

Accepted Answer

As a physician & pathologist my education, career, and experience in medicine gives me an understanding of the contents of antiquarian medical books not available to other rare book dealers.

Question 9

Is it true you have three cyborg dinosaurs in your home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, unfortunately that rumor is true, but we keep the books well protected from them.

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