[JSR] The Last Bookstore: Helping to Keep Book Shopping Alive in Los Angeles
Although the place may somewhat feel like a museum, every book inside the store can be bought. The first floor looks like a traditional bookstore, with normal bookshelves and books sorted neatly by author and genre. The upstairs, however, looks very much like something out of a fairytale. Book shelves on the second floor are artfully arranged to inspire curiosity and excitement to find a new book. This is encouraged even more by the fact that the books are not arranged in the traditional alphabetical order. Some areas are sorted by color, while others are done completely at random. Books are displayed like they are flying and others are constructed into an overhead arch. Due to the unique layout of the store, it would be quite hard to find a specific book. Because of this, when visiting the bookstore, it is best to come in without a specific book in mind.
As the amount of bookstores and bookstore attendees are starting to dwindle, the Last Bookstore is an important asset in keeping the excitement alive. All the combined aspects of this bookstore makes it a welcoming environment to visit with friends, to discover a new book, or maybe even just stop by and visit for a second if you’re in the area.
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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