LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Rare Books LA returns to Union Station this weekend with a horrific array of antique books – and some star power.
The annual book fair will celebrate Academy Award-winning filmmaker Guillermo Del Toro’s new film, “Frankenstein.”
Saturday through Sunday, you can find 50 exhibitors from around the world showcasing first editions and historical works.
In addition to books, you’ll also find collections of maps, fine prints, arts, and more. Tickets are available at RareBooksLA.com.
Before the series of free weekend talks on Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” and other electrifying subjects, you can also support Los Angeles Public Library on Friday, Oct. 3 at a benefit featuring Del Toro.
Del Toro will share exclusive scenes from his adaptation of Shelley’s 1818 classic horror novel, and discuss making the film with antiquarian bookseller Ken Sanders.
Tickets for the Hollywood benefit are $250, and patrons will receive a movie poster, bookmark and a pair of tickets for the Rare Books LA Union Station fair.
Proceeds benefit the Library Foundation of Los Angeles in its mission to provide support to the Los Angeles Public Library, including the recovery of the Palisades Branch, which was destroyed in the devastating January fires.
For those unable to attend the fundraiser, a Frankenstein Fundraiser ticket is also available, which includes two-day admission to the book fair, a movie poster, and a limited-edition bookmark, as well as an entry into a drawing to win a pair of tickets for the Hollywood premiere of the film in October.
Union Station is located at 800 N. Alameda Street, in Los Angeles.
Attendees are encouraged to hop onboard Metrolink, Metro Rail, or Amtrak for this transit-friendly book fair.
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