FREE EVALUATIONS of collections 

FREE INFORMAL APPRAISALS AND EVALUATIONS

Call to Schedule an Appointment

FREE EVALUATIONS of collections 

FREE INFORMAL APPRAISALS AND EVALUATIONS

in store or at your home

Call to Schedule an Appointment

Fine Book Collections Since 1998

Welcome to A Book By Its Cover - Louisville, Kentucky’s exclusive rare and used bookstore! Call us before you take your books to one of those $2 a box half-stores, you’ll be glad you did! 

Used, Rare & Antiques

We are always buying in the categories that are mentioned and would be happy to schedule an appointment with you! We buy single volumes and whole libraries as well. 

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Americana — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Art, Architecture and Design — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Autographs & Signed Books — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Children's Books — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Literature — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Music — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
History, Government and Thought — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Religion — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Science, Medicine & Natural History — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Sport and Leisure — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Travel & Exploration — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
Photography — Louisville, KY — A Book By Its Cover Used And Rare Books
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If you are passing through the Louisville area or staying just a few days, don’t hesitate to call us. We are happy to welcome customers to our store by appointment at short notice.