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Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of feminist history with Jane Cholmeley's 'A Bookshop of One's Own'. This riveting memoir, lauded as one of Waterstones' Best Memoirs of 2024 and featured on the Independent and Stylist's Best Non-Fiction lists, unveils the extraordinary tale of Silver Moon - a feminist bookshop that dared to challenge the patriarchal norms of Thatcher's Britain.
Cholmeley, a pivotal figure in the women's liberation movement, recounts the trials and triumphs of establishing a female-centric literary haven in an industry dominated by men. With razor-sharp wit and unwavering determination, she navigates the treacherous waters of homophobia and misogyny, all while nurturing a business with a revolutionary mission: to amplify women's voices and provide a sanctuary for the marginalised.
From its humble beginnings to becoming Europe's largest women's bookshop, Silver Moon's story is one of resilience and community. Readers will be enthralled by tales of literary luminaries gracing its shelves, from Margaret Atwood to Maya Angelou, and the day-to-day struggles of bookselling compounded by societal prejudices.
More than a mere business chronicle, 'A Bookshop of One's Own' is a compelling slice of social history that illuminates a crucial, often overlooked chapter of the women's movement. Cholmeley's narrative, brimming with heart and humour, celebrates the indomitable spirit of women who dared to rewrite their own stories and, in doing so, changed the world.
Book ISBN: | 9780008651046 |
Book Weight: | 474g |
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.’