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October 2023 by Shannon Goad
Fun book shop with a good amount of cute prints and art too! I had a good time browsing
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March 2023 by Lila Rieber
Same problem as a lot of used bookstores, which is that there's a reason people didn't want these books. A lot of the books are low quality, dated, or not of general interest. Does anyone want a political humor book from 15 years ago? Pretty good selection of classic literature though. I'm giving it four stars because some people might enjoy the used bookstore experience more than I do, but it wasn't for me.
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August 2022 by Michelle Sellars
Great little used/rare bookstore with a good collection of ephemera. Employees are friendly and helpful, but not overbearing. Will definitely be returning!
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March 2022 by Pam K.
Overall a big disappointment. Basically a used book shop with limited selections. Some items, postcards can't be touched and are covered with blankets. Unconventional rules. Discounts are only offered on books over 5 dollars. Strange proprietor, balks if you try to pay with cash.
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November 2021 by Rashonda Mcgirt
My daughter had been wanting to go to this book store for two weeks, we finally had time and we went in for a look. Immediately we were met by an older lady who was absolutely rude to me and my children. Her exact words to me about my 2yr old was not to allow him/her or whatever to not touch anything. An not to pull anything from the shelf. We left immediately and I told my daughter we do not have to patron places that does not accept us. I am a Durham native and I have never felt uncomfortable in my city till today. Will never return and will let everyone I know not to give them business.
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October 2021 by Kevin Stanfa
Underwhelming experience that is hampered by the inability to really pull anything off the shelf without feeling like you are "dirtying" it (anything you touch you have to put in a box so they can clean it). I get the precaution if you were dealing with a lot of rare or antique volumes, but most of what you can touch has already been covered in cellophane and is not that old or antique. Rare or older books are mostly on glass cases. The store had not been cleaned recently so it was fairly dusty actually.
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March 2020 by The Francis
A small bookstore with a wide variety of old and new books. I wish I could have browsed longer...
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February 2020 by Michelle Gonzales-Green
Totally analog and a great selection of hard to find titles
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December 2019 by Audria Johnson
Elegant bookstore on Main Street in Durham. Located in a beautiful historic building. They said they have been there for 30 plus years. They primarily have used books, rare and unique previously used postcards and posters from everywhere and about everything. Black and white as well as colorful selections. The book store is arranged so that you should find any genre you may be looking for. The staff is very friendly and will show you around the store. They are very knowledge and will give historical references about Durham and other unique features. A very cozy shop I would recommend checking out this bookstore. Prices seem to be very reasonable as well.
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September 2019 by Ed
Nice place, neat stuff, great help from staff person.
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July 2019 by Richard Jenkins
Neat little used book store in Brightleaf Square. The guy who runs it used to Work at Bell Labs. Now he writes books about baseball. How do I know this? Because he's very friendly. Give it a shot! You might find something you like.
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July 2019 by Beth Belcher
Treasures to read. Old and new.
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July 2019 by David Fulton
I was looking for postcards all day. They are tough to find these days. This place had a wide variety and the employees were very helpful. It was refreshing to be walked to the postcards instead of them just pointing in the direction of where they were. Be sure to go there if u need something they have rather than some chain store. I was greated when I walked in and asked if I needed assistance. At first I said no thanks just looking because I wanted to browse. I was left alone until I had that I need help look and then this wonderful lady walked me to the postcards and told me where she would be if I had any questions and walked away. That type of service doesn't happen much anymore. It was nice to know the customer was more important than the conversation she was engaged in prior to me walking in. Once I stepped inside I became their priority. Kudos the them and the owner for the great staff they have
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July 2019 by Ben Roberts
What a terrific bookstore! A vast assortment of antique and collectible books, prints, and maps to choose from. That's not to mention local guides, classic novels, and a host of biographies. Great prices and the friendliest of owners. A Durham gem.
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May 2019 by Preston Westmoreland
Neat vintage old world bookstore
