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American Philosophical Society Press The oldest scholarly press in America, publishing useful knowledge across disciplines since 1771.

09/23/2026

Bob Peck has been to the world's most remote and fascinating places. Now, he's ready to tell us what he's seen.🌎

Travels on the Edge: A Naturalist's Notes from the Back of Beyond is out now! Head to the link in our bio to learn more about Bob's work and to order a copy of what explorer Robin Hanbury-Tenison called "consummate travel writing."

“Before science became a profession, the title amateur-naturalist was considered the highest form of praise.“What is a n...
09/15/2026

“Before science became a profession, the title amateur-naturalist was considered the highest form of praise.“

What is a naturalist? Historian, naturalist, writer and world traveler, Bob Peck answers this important question in his new essay, up on the American Philosophical Society website today.

Head to the pinned link in our bio to learn more about the hard-working “amateurs” who built the study of nature as we know it!

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Ronald R. Hoppes, author of The Most Important Clock in Americ...
09/14/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Ronald R. Hoppes, author of The Most Important Clock in America: The David Rittenhouse Astronomical Musical Clock at Drexel University.

Ronald was one of the world's leading clock experts. In The Most Important Clock in America, he provided extensive insights and exclusive photos of one of America’s greatest examples of masterpiece clockmaking.

Our thoughts go out to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his knowledge and generosity. 💛

You can find out more about Ronald and The Most Important Clock in America at the link in our bio and use code APS30 for 30% off this vital record of science, history and craftsmanship.

ICYMI: our publishing salon on book design was a blast! Thank you to our brilliant designers and directors for sharing t...
09/09/2026

ICYMI: our publishing salon on book design was a blast!

Thank you to our brilliant designers and directors for sharing their keen insights on the industry, and to everyone who joined us in learning more about this fascinating side of publishing.

Stay tuned for our October salon on race, identity, and publishing. We’d love to see you there!

Do you have strong opinions on fonts? Ever daydream about what the cover of your bestselling novel would look like? We d...
08/13/2026

Do you have strong opinions on fonts? Ever daydream about what the cover of your bestselling novel would look like? We do!

Join the APS Press for an evening of free refreshments, networking, and a conversation on the art of book design ft. Liam Allaire (Book Designer, HarperCollins), Jennifer Blanc-Tal (Production and Art Director, Rutgers University Press), Kimberly Glyder (Kimberly Glyder Design), and Jason Kernevich (Co-founder and Creative Director, The Heads of State).

🗓️ August 20
📍 Philosophical Hall, 104 South Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
🎟️ Free RSVP required — link in bio & at https://www.amphilsoc.org/events/book-design

New book. Great conversation. One fascinating question: How do humans think? 🧠Celebrate the launch of How We Think by Me...
07/29/2026

New book. Great conversation. One fascinating question: How do humans think? 🧠

Celebrate the launch of How We Think by Meredith Francesca Small at Lofty Pigeon Books in Brooklyn next week! Join us for an author reading, discussion, signing, and a wonderful evening of ideas and conversation.

🗓️: Tuesday, August 4th
⏰: 6:30-8:00pm
📍: Lofty Pigeon Books | 743 Church Ave Brooklyn, NY

🔬🐘🌹 What do discovery, elephants, and roses have in common? They belong on your summer reading list.📚 Journey through th...
07/28/2026

🔬🐘🌹 What do discovery, elephants, and roses have in common? They belong on your summer reading list.

📚 Journey through the fascinating worlds of Cavendish and Of Elephants & Roses, where history, science, art, and the natural world come to life.

Enjoy 50% off select APS Press titles with code APS-SUMMER26.

Link in bio!

Our very own Kate Tyler Wall, managing editor of Transactions, is this year's recipient of the 20 Years of Service Award...
07/27/2026

Our very own Kate Tyler Wall, managing editor of Transactions, is this year's recipient of the 20 Years of Service Award from the Society for Historians of the Early American Republic. Kate received this award and was recognized for her unwavering work at this year's SHEAR conference in Philly. Congrats, Kate!🎉

A summer well spent begins with a great book! ☀️Explore fascinating stories of art, history, exploration, science, and t...
07/23/2026

A summer well spent begins with a great book! ☀️

Explore fascinating stories of art, history, exploration, science, and the natural world during the APS Press Midsummer Sale. Enjoy 50% off select titles and discover a new favorite. 📚

In Philly for the SHEAR annual meeting? Stop by our table and check out our titles in Early American history, as well as...
07/17/2026

In Philly for the SHEAR annual meeting? Stop by our table and check out our titles in Early American history, as well as our recent titles. Learn more about the APS and tell us about your research! (And, yes, we have pens😉)

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