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The Diary of a Bookseller

By Shaun Bythell
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In The Diary of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell, readers get an amusing and insightful glimpse into the day-to-day life of the owner of Scotland's largest second-hand bookshop. Through a series of diary entries, Bythell shares his encounters with quirky customers, the occasional absurdities of running a bookshop, and the unique challenges faced in the world of bookselling. The memoir paints a vivid picture of both the charms and the realities of life in the literary trade.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in the charming quirks of a Scottish bookshop, the humorous experiences of working in the retail book trade, and the daily adventures of a book lover in a small town. This memoir offers a behind-the-scenes look at the trials, triumphs, and eccentric characters encountered by a bookseller.

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The Diary of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell offers a humorous and insightful glimpse into the world behind the shelves of The Bookshop, Wigtown—Scotland's largest second-hand bookshop. Nestled in a beautiful, rural town by the sea, the shop boasts 100,000 books spread over a mile of shelving, complete with twisting corridors and roaring fires. It seems like a paradise for book-lovers. Well, almost...

In these wry and hilarious diaries, Shaun shares an insider's view of the trials and tribulations of the life in the book trade. From eccentric customers to wrangles with his own staff, including the ski-suit-wearing, bin-foraging Nicky, his tales are both entertaining and enlightening.

Join him on buying trips to old estates and auction houses, explore lost classics and new discoveries, and delight in the thrill of unexpected finds. Shaun evokes the rhythms and charms of small-town life with a sharp and sympathetic eye, making this a must-read for anyone who appreciates the quirks and joys of the book world.

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The Diary of a Bookseller by Shaun Bythell is widely praised for its humour, warmth, and portrayal of British eccentricity. Reviews highlight its hilarious anecdotes about bookshop life, the quirky charm of its characters, and Bythell's wry observations. It vividly captures the trials of running a small business and the joys of second-hand books, making it a compelling read for bibliophiles.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781258637

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 September 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Books Ltd

Edition: Main

Illustration: Integrated black and white photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Shaun Bythell is the owner of The Bookshop in Wigtown, and also one of the organisers of the Wigtown Festival.

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