Bookish : How Reading Shapes Our Lives by Lucy Mangan 9781529110128

Bookish : How Reading Shapes Our Lives

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Hailed as 'a bookworm's delight' by Sara Collins and 'a gorgeous hug of...
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Hailed as 'a bookworm's delight' by Sara Collins and 'a gorgeous hug of a book' by Marian Keyes, 'Bookish' is a heartwarming tribute to the joys of reading. Lucy Mangan, author of 'Bookworm', crafts a witty and charming narrative that resonates with anyone who finds solace in the written word.

This enchanting memoir traces Mangan's lifelong love affair with books, from her early days as a student exploring library stacks to her career as a bookseller-turned-journalist. She recounts falling for a fellow bibliophile in an independent bookshop, seeking refuge in literature during the challenges of new motherhood, and finally creating her own literary sanctuary at home.

With sharp wit and keen insight, Mangan regales readers with tales of her book-buying exploits, borrowing adventures, and the inevitable hoarding of tomes. Her eclectic tastes span from timeless classics to racy page-turners, gripping thrillers to young adult fiction, and everything in between.

'Bookish' is more than just a personal journey; it's a celebration of the literary world and the spaces that nurture it. Mangan pays homage to local libraries and bookshops of all sizes, exploring how these havens of literature shape our identities and enrich our lives. Brimming with astute observations and stellar recommendations, this book is a must-read for anyone who finds themselves constantly reaching for 'just one more page'.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781529110128
Book Author: Lucy Mangan
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Square Peg
Book Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Book Publication Date: 2025-03-13
Book Pagination: 304 pages
Book Weight: 0g

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.’

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