Peace of mind

As an aside, this lovely little book (which I found in a local 2nd-hand bookstore frequented by young students), also chronicles the ups and downs of a type of store close to my own heart - the dying breed of small, specialist bookstores which once used to flourish in literate cities but is now seriously endangered and nearly extinct species under the onslaught of large chains and web-commerce.

I love books and bookstores. And I treasure my friends. “84, Charing Cross Road” is a marvel - a record of both. read more ...