84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff
This book is a charming collection of letters exchanged over two decades between a spirited New York writer and the staff of a quaint, antiquarian bookshop in London. Through their correspondence, which begins as a straightforward request for obscure classics and British literature, a deep and affectionate relationship blossoms, not only between the writer and the bookshop's employees but also involving their families and friends. Despite never meeting in person, the letters reveal a profound connection that transcends the Atlantic, bound by a shared love for books and the written word, offering a heartwarming testament to the enduring power of friendship.
The 3399th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1970
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 97
- Words
- 27,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 446th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))