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Killer Stuff and Tons of Money by Maureen Stanton

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Killer Stuff and Tons of Money

An Insider's Look at the World of Flea Markets, Antiques, and Collecting

Maureen Stanton

Penguin Publishing Group · Print & ebook · May 29, 2012

Reading lane: American Art

Whether it’s Antiques Roadshow or American Pickers, or any of the number of TV shows on flea markets, the world of collecting inspires a cult following of millions of Americans.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

The Hunt for Value

Follow the antiques trade from flea-market bustle to auctions where the stakes rise.

Come here for

  • The strange pleasures of collecting and spotting hidden treasure
  • A behind-the-scenes look at the American antiques world

Expect

  • Colorful characters and high-stakes scores
  • Flea markets, antiques shows, and auction-room competition

Book Details

Authors
Maureen Stanton
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
May 29, 2012
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
American Art · Mystery & Crime Crit
Reading lane
American Art

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Antiques & Collectibles

  • Antiques Reference

  • Online Auctions & Small E-Commerce

About This Book

Whether it’s Antiques Roadshow or American Pickers, or any of the number of TV shows on flea markets, the world of collecting inspires a cult following of millions of Americans. Celebrated author Maureen Stanton takes readers behind the scenes and deep into the “flea-o-sphere,” following master antiques dealer Curt Avery from the populist mayhem of flea markets, to the rarefied realm of high-end antiques shows, to the heart-pounding competition of auctions. Killer Stuff and...

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Whether it’s Antiques Roadshow or American Pickers, or any of the number of TV shows on flea markets, the world of collecting inspires a cult following of millions of Americans. Celebrated author Maureen Stanton takes readers behind the scenes and deep into the “flea-o-sphere,” following master antiques dealer Curt Avery from the populist mayhem of flea markets, to the rarefied realm of high-end antiques shows, to the heart-pounding competition of auctions. Killer Stuff and Tons of Money is a captivating tour of the outrageous world of American antiques, jam-packed with colorful characters, high-stakes scores, and insider tips for all who seek hidden treasure.

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