In the Bookshop
Need something new to read? Hoping to find that elusive first edition?
Ready to learn a new skill?
Secondhand Books
We have literally tons of books on most subjects, most of which we understand.
New Books
The latest literary fiction for adults, young adults and children. Current non-fiction in sciences, humanities and the arts. No celebrity biographies.
Art & Craft
A curated collection of books, kits, and supplies suitable for the novice or experienced practitioner
News & Events
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The Twelve Genres of Christmas
Must-read books for aspiring Economists Martin Wolf, 20th November 2024, The Financial Times “So many worlds, so much to do,…
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The Twelve Genres of Christmas
Have a look at the dark side this Christmas with Sarah Clegg’s ‘The Dead of Winter’ Sarah Bakewell, 20th December…
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The Twelve Genres of Christmas
Time to get cooking! Tony Turnbull, 29th November 2024, The Times Whether you are a seasoned professional, or an optimistic…
Ephemera
Among the delights of secondhand books are the odd surprises tucked between their pages, pieces of paper that were once used as bookmarks – postcards, receipts, letters. At Richard Booth’s Bookshop, we call them ephemera; a word from the Greek ephemeros meaning lasting only a day
“A book lying idle on a shelf is wasted ammunition. Like money, books must be kept in constant circulation… A book is not only a friend, it makes friends for you. When you pass it on, you are enriched threefold”
Henry Miller