Antipodean Books, Maps and Prints in Garrison reported that none of the books in their basement got wet during Hurricane Sandy, “but they’re not going back downstairs!”

The seller of fine, old and rare books and prints is now holding a Hurricane Sandy Sale, with hardcover books going for $5 each. Most volumes date from before 1970, with categories including art, architecture, literature, children’s, military, natural history, religion, science and philosophy, travel, music, and more. Sale items will be located on white tables only.

Antipodean is open Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 1 – 5 p.m. The store is located at 29-31 Garrison’s Landing in Garrison. For more information, visit their website, antipodean.com, call 845-424-3867, 914-456 9698 or 845-242 4687, or email [email protected].

You can read the Philipstown.info profile of the store and its gallery here.

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