Dear Friends,

 

 

As you know, Rupert has been working alone here for the past week, answering the phone, taking and filling orders, and trying to keep some semblance of our business operational. He has been doing so in order to ensure that I have been able to stay home.

 

 

His colleagues and family have prevailed upon him to spend the next two weeks at home.

 

 

While we certainly consider bookselling to be an essential service, we also think that it is incumbent on all of us to do our part in stopping the progress of this rampant and pernicious infection. We would all feel more comfortable if Rupert were also at home.

 

 

We are sorry to let you down, especially if you have orders in process with us. We will inform you as the situation becomes more clear.

 

As always, we thank you for your continued support. We have been gratified by your expressions of support throughout this troubled time.

 

 

Please stay home and stay healthy.