Description
- ISBN-13: 9780008651046
- Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
- Binding: Hardback
- Language: English
- Spine Width: 34 mm
- Width: 222 mm
- ISBN-10: 0008651043
- Publisher Date: 29 Feb 2024
- Height: 143 mm
- No of Pages: 384
- Weight: 472 gr
Availability: In Stock
A Bookshop of Ones Own
SKU: 9780008651046
Original price was: ₹899.00.₹674.25Current price is: ₹674.25.
Discover the inspiring story of “A Bookshop of One’s Own,” a feminist bookstore founded in Thatcher’s Britain by Jane Cholmeley. This captivating true story chronicles the challenges and triumphs of an underdog business at the heart of the women’s liberation movement. Named an Independent and Stylist Best Non-Fiction Book for 2024, this memoir is a must-read for book lovers, feminists, and anyone interested in social history. ISBN: 9780008651046
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Sukhpreet Singh –
A charming look into the past. The early days were a struggle. Worth a read, but a little slow-paced.
Aditya Chhaganbhai Boricha –
A must-read for feminists! A compelling story, although, at times, it jumps around a little bit.
Vivek Bose –
Interesting and thought-provoking. Sometimes a bit slow. Would recommend to anyone interested in the subject
Kriti Gandhi –
It shares the history of this bookstore. It was a great book, sometimes hard to follow.
Sumit Kumar –
This book gave me a new perspective on the challenges women faced. A few areas dragged, but overall enjoyable.
Ashutosh Goswami –
Incredibly inspiring and educational. I recommend for anyone who loves books, feminism or social history.
Manya Kashyap –
A great book! It gives great insights into the struggles and dreams of the founders. Recommended!
Samriddha Chatterjee –
I enjoyed learning about the bookstore, and I would consider reading a sequel, although I thought it could have been paced better.
Kushagra Sinha –
I loved learning about the challenges they faced. Occasionally it was hard to follow, but an important story.
Umesh Kumar –
A lovely look at a unique bookstore. It’s informative but the pacing could have been better.
Danish Shafi –
Gives great insights into the struggles of the bookstore. It could have been better.
Aditya Bhardwaj –
I loved learning about the women’s liberation movement. I would recommend it, but the book does have some areas which are slower.
Kaustav Jyoti Dutta Choudhury –
Interesting topic, but the writing style didn’t always grab me. Still worth reading for the historical context.
Akhil Vanapalli –
Really enjoyed the book, it was a good insight, but it jumped around in time a lot. I still recommend it.
Sachi S –
A vital piece of feminist history. It was a bit slow in places, but the subject matter is fascinating.
Debajit Patra –
Inspiring and insightful! It felt a little disjointed at times, but the overall message is powerful and necessary.
Anuj Shany –
A good read overall, gives great insights into a bygone era! I’m glad I picked it up, although editing could have been better.
Nipun Mehrotra –
A necessary read for understanding feminist history. It can be a bit dense, but it’s worth the effort.
Yash Raypa –
An eye-opening account of a feminist venture. Some parts were a bit repetitive, but the overall impact is strong.
Vishal Soni –
Important history, well-told. I found some sections a bit dry, but the overall story is compelling.
Ganvir Shubham Anand –
A fascinating story of a feminist bookstore. I learned a lot, but it got bogged down in details occasionally.
Rituparna Dey –
Loved learning about the women’s liberation movement through this bookshop’s journey. A little too much detail at times, but a good read.