A Library of The World's Largest and Rarest Collection of The Authors Playing Card Game

The game of Authors was first published in 1861 by G.M. Whipple and A.A. Smith, Salem, MA. Over 200 different versions have appeared and many are represented in the Collection. Not only are the graphics on many cards very attractive, the colorful box wraps reveal a visual slice of life from the past.

A snapshot of the entire collection at the U.S. Games Systems Gallery

The game of Authors was first published in 1861 by G.M. Whipple and A.A. Smith, Salem, MA. Over 200 different versions have appeared and many are represented in the Collection.
Not only are the graphics on many cards very attractive, the colorful box wraps reveal a visual slice of life from the past.
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