Jen Campbell - The Bookshop Book

The Bookshop Book: A Journey Through the World's Most Unique Bookstores

Step into a world where the smell of old paper mingles with the whispers of stories untold. The Bookshop Book is an enchanting travelogue, a love letter to the magical realm of independent bookstores, exploring the diverse and captivating corners of the globe where bibliophiles find solace and adventure.

Prepare to be swept away by the tales of booksellers and their havens. Journey with Sarah and her **Book Barge**, navigating the turquoise waters of the French coast, a floating sanctuary of literary treasures. Discover Sebastien, a passionate Mongolian bookseller, who brings the written word to the nomadic herders of the Altai mountains, bridging cultures and sharing the magic of stories.

From the antiquated charm of the world's oldest bookshop to the compact wonders of the smallest imaginable, The Bookshop Book is a captivating exploration of the history and evolution of books, a celebration of the unique spaces where literature finds its home.

Venture into the heart of Canada, where a revolutionary invention, the first antiquarian book vending machine, brings the joy of reading to a whole new level. Explore over three hundred diverse and quirky bookshops across six continents, each a testament to the enduring power of the written word.

The Bookshop Book is more than a travel guide; it's a heartfelt tribute to the passionate individuals who nurture the love of reading, a delightful reminder that the world of books, and the magic they hold, is an endless adventure waiting to be discovered.

Jen Campbell, the author, is a writer, editor, and avid book lover, known for her captivating storytelling and her deep appreciation for the literary world.

Wydawnictwo	Constable & Robinson
tytuł oryginału	The Bookshop Book
data wydania	2 października 2014
ISBN	1472116666
liczba stron	273
kategoria	Literatura podróżnicza
język	angielski