Oldest book in US up for grabs
Auction house says there has been intense interest in the a rare and historical item.
Published On 26 Nov 2013
The United States’ oldest book – which is even older than the nation, is to be sold at auction.
The Bay Psalm was written in 1640, and is expected to sell for more than $15 million.
Al Jazeera’s Cath Turner travelled to Boston, where she was given a personal viewing of the historical text.