One of the largest used book stores in the city and they are not shy about publicizing that fact. They recently renonvated the place so it's now four floors and has an elevator. It's still cluttered... More

One of the largest used book stores in the city and they are not shy about publicizing that fact. They recently renonvated the place so it's now four floors and has an elevator. It's still cluttered and dusty and if you want certain books you will be searching awhile. But with the dollar bins outside and the 40% all new selections plus the thrill of finding that certain book you want it's more than worth it.
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The strand is a veritable superstore of books, ranging from used books to new books in every genre you could imagine. They have antique books from millions of years ago and they have displays of... More

The strand is a veritable superstore of books, ranging from used books to new books in every genre you could imagine. They have antique books from millions of years ago and they have displays of bestsellers of today. You can really find anything there! The staff are very helpful in checking inventory for you and finding stuff on the shelves. I've gone there many times to look for books that were hard to find in other places.
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I always stop by this bookstore when I am in New York. This is a great place to replenish your stock of current general fiction and non fiction. The problem with the bookstore is that it does not... More

I always stop by this bookstore when I am in New York. This is a great place to replenish your stock of current general fiction and non fiction. The problem with the bookstore is that it does not have a great selection of more academic books. This is not the place to pick up books for your dissertation. The Strand also has a section downstairs that sells reviewers copies for a cheap price. There are two locations and they have a website if you can't make it in to the city.
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This isn't your average run of the mill used book store. This is the ultimate used bookstore. It's The used bookstore in New York. They literally have miles of books on every subject under the sun.... More

This isn't your average run of the mill used book store. This is the ultimate used bookstore. It's The used bookstore in New York. They literally have miles of books on every subject under the sun. It's been newly renovated with more floors and an elevator. New books are always half off. It's a little dusty and disorganized but that's what makes book hunting so much. They also have a dollar bin outside where all books are...a dollar.
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Strand book store is truly a wonderful place to shop for books - you really never know what you are going to find there from amazing editions of books to just the people you are going to see. ... More

Strand book store is truly a wonderful place to shop for books - you really never know what you are going to find there from amazing editions of books to just the people you are going to see. Strand is an ideal place to find used books at great prices - the selection is really excellent. Strand is really one reason that village is excellent - go there and then to a coffee shop and your day is just made. Overall, I would recommend Strand to anyone because it really is a New York landmark to visit.
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On 12th & Broadway, this well known bookstore is easily accessible by public transportation (take the subway to 14th Street/Union Square). They really do have a lot of books here - new, used,... More

On 12th & Broadway, this well known bookstore is easily accessible by public transportation (take the subway to 14th Street/Union Square). They really do have a lot of books here - new, used, reviewer's copies, art books by the ton as well as books on various diseases, books about sports, etc. etc and a really great selection of children's books. Most books are half price and there are bargain carts out front where there are books for only a dollar! A booklovers dream! A great place to browse! Yes, it'sa bit dusty and it is a bit hot in the summer but there are fans and there are a lot of treasures to be found. Very helpful staff. Great prices.
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Strand Book Store is one of those New York City places that everyone should visit. It's easy to spend hours in there. They have tons and tons of books -- shelves floor to ceiling high. The books... More

Strand Book Store is one of those New York City places that everyone should visit. It's easy to spend hours in there. They have tons and tons of books -- shelves floor to ceiling high. The books are used and so the prices are great. Most are in very good condition. They will also buy your used books there as well. It is often crowded, but overall the staff is very helpful. It can sometimes be tricky to find a specific book -- but if you take your time, you'll have an enjoyable experience.
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It's true that Strand Book Store is the place to go to. It's books are new, if you're in the new section, and cost less than other places. It's a real bargain. I find most of my school assignment... More

It's true that Strand Book Store is the place to go to. It's books are new, if you're in the new section, and cost less than other places. It's a real bargain. I find most of my school assignment books here and it's wonderful. I save a lot of money and my parents are pleased to here that. The employees are pretty helpful, although, once, I encountered a really bad one, I hope she got fired. It may be a bit hard to find some books, but ask and you should get good service.
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Strand Books (also known as The Strand) is easy to get lost in, as well as pushed around by other customers in the narrow aisles. The employees are a little grumbly. However, if you had a college... More

Strand Books (also known as The Strand) is easy to get lost in, as well as pushed around by other customers in the narrow aisles. The employees are a little grumbly. However, if you had a college degree and were working in a bookstore, you might also begrudge the daily crazies too. So, I have some sympathy with their apathy. The bookstore's selection is so mixed that often if you go in there with a particular book in mind, you might not find it, but you will walk out with 10 other titles you found. Within the past year the owners moved the old art bookstore Hackers up to the second floor of the Strand on Broadway. It's an amazing collection with huge sections devoted to narrower categories of art than most bookstores. There is also rare bookroom above that level that true book collectors will surely enjoy. Selling your books to The Strand isn't the most profitable business, as the owner is very picky. So many people lug in a box of books only to discover he will buy one or two from the entire lot, and then the buyer leaves the entire box to avoid the effort of taking all the books back. This is a key source to the owner's income. While it used to be more common to have great celeb sightings at The Strand, the owner's daughter, Nancy, ruined it for many celebs by calling Page Six one too many times. Overall, the place has great prices and customers walk away very satisfied with their finds and buys.
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The Strand is a NY institution that everyone should try to visit at least once. I try to buy all of my books from them and not just the $1 paperbacks that they sell on the sidewalk in bins. This... More

The Strand is a NY institution that everyone should try to visit at least once. I try to buy all of my books from them and not just the $1 paperbacks that they sell on the sidewalk in bins. This store is crowded and can get hot (even with the new air conditioning) and you have to check your bags (always a nuisance) but you will get to buy cheap books. This is the place to go to buy new bestsellers (they have reviewed copies for half off) and you should buy your classics here which are always discounted unlike the chain stores (I bought a paperback copy of Catcher in the Rye for $4.95 down from the original price of $5.99. Hey, a dollar saved is still a dollar!
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