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📍 Walden Books
Established in 1979, Walden Books is a retro bookstore that sells used and rare books, mainly selling books related to literature and art. The bookstore is located in a leafy residential area, just a 10-minute walk from Camden Town. The store has a history of more than 30 years. In addition to attracting many collectors and writers, many passers-by are also attracted by the store's scrolls.
💡 Location: 38 Harmood Street, London, NW1 8DP (map requestClick here)
💡 Official website:https://www.waldenbooks.co.uk
💡 Opening hours: 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
In the front yard of the bookstore, I can already see books neatly arranged in wooden bookcases. Outside, mainly used books are sold at extremely low prices; you can take three books home for as little as £1! I've been able to read many books on literature, history, and art from the outside.
There seems to be very little space in the room. Other than the sparrows are small, they all have everything. Here, you can find European map books, London history, classic French drama screenplays, etc., just like going back to a bookstore in the last century. The books in the glass case are older and rarer than the others, so you can't read them casually. The rest of the books can be selected by us slowly and enjoy our time here.
The inside of the bookstore is also divided into two parts. Behind the cashier is another space for collecting books, including art, drama, philosophy, psychology, etc. On the wall, you can see posters and photographs in a retro style, which further highlights the history of the book. What surprised me the most was that in addition to European collections, there are also Chinese and Japanese art collections, which are very rare!
Finally, I selected three design reference books from the bookstore, mainly recording European poster designs from the 1930s to 40s, which cost a total of £15. Since all the books I buy are hardbound, the price is already higher than other used paperback books. You can see how cheap other used books are. Most of the books here are hard to find at bookstores on weekdays, so it's perfect for those of you who like to read or go in the retro style. If you're in Camden Town, go ahead and find a treasure trove!
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