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Oliver Bayliss runs Bayliss Rare Books offering contemporary classics, original movie posters and more.

According to rare book expert Oliver Bayliss, no one genre or type of book is most desirable. Collecting interests show constant fluctuation, and are often dictated by social trends. However, Bayliss reveals that a first edition of Darwin’s work, heralded as the ‘greatest work of scientific literature’ seemingly transcends these boundaries, and is regarded to possess indisputable value by collectors. 

Oliver Bayliss, founder of Bayliss Rare Books, dealers of iconic first editions from around the world, said: 'It is rare to find a copy in such condition. This is up there with the best I've seen, an absolutely stunning example.'