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A Bookshop of One’s Own: How a Group of Women Set out to Change the World by Jane Cholmeley is a powerful memoir that takes you on an inspiring journey through a transformative feminist movement.
This compelling narrative chronicles the establishment of Silver Moon, a pioneering bookshop in Thatcher's Britain, dedicated to amplifying women's voices in literature. Amidst societal challenges, three brave women dared to create a sanctuary for female writers and readers, turning Silver Moon into Europe’s largest women’s bookshop.
Cholmeley’s memoir offers an unflinching portrayal of the struggles women faced in the literary world, shedding light on the shadows of misogyny and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights during a tumultuous era. With a blend of heart and humor, the author illustrates how these women not only built a thriving business but also contributed significantly to the women’s liberation movement.
Through A Bookshop of One’s Own, readers will uncover:
Join Cholmeley on this enlightening journey that celebrates the strength and resilience of women in the face of adversity. Discover how a group of dedicated individuals set out to change the world through literature and community.
ISBN: | 9780008651077 |
Author: | Jane Cholmeley |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Mudlark |
Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers |
Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 27 mm |
Publication Date: | 13 February, 2025 |
Pagination: | 384 pages |
Weight: | 260g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’