These people weren’t hunting for fame, just living their lives. Then came the discovery that flipped everything upside down. From jaw-dropping antiques to bizarre treasures hiding in plain sight, ...

Garage sales are a treasure trove for book enthusiasts seeking rare finds. Among the stacks of old novels and dusty tomes, you might just stumble upon a valuable first edition or a signed classic.

One thing Ezra Tishman wants to make clear from the outset is that he has not retired. He has downsized, effective in early August, after selling Aardvark Rare Books following 30 years of stewardship.