Wow, more disturbing news from the world of books. Gothamist reports that Barnes & Noble's (former) flagship location on Fifth Avenue (at 18th) has permanently closed. Ever since the store in Chelsea (proper) was shut down, this has been "my" B&N. I always dreamed of seeing my book on its shelves one day ... now I'll be lucky if I can still get into Rainbows & Triangles. How much longer before bookstores completely go the way of record stores? (The beleagured retailer also just named a new CEO.)
anybody remember Doubleday's? Brentanos?
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I remember the Chelsea store fondly. It was a great place to browse for books and grab a coffee on a chilly morning. It was also one of the bigger B&Ns. I'm surprised that the Fifth Ave. one is closing too. In Miami proper, there's only one Barnes and Noble left and that's in Coral Gables (not far from UM is.)
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