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Harvard Book Store

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Harvard Book Store

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"Head downstairs for their great selection of seconds & used books."(9 Tips)
"coffee-table art books in remainders"(3 Tips)
"Known for superb selection, customer service, and author readings."(2 Tips)
"Check out the used book cellar!"(2 Tips)

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Lizzie HatfieldMarch 21, 2016
Check out downstairs for a variety of used books, some really unusual ones down there for a good price.
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NaiaraSeptember 15, 2015
I love to walk around the shop, specially going downstairs and diving in the used books section. Great quality and good prices. We already have our client card so we can save money everytime we go :)
Upvoted 3 weeks ago
Lauren ChristopherNovember 12, 2017
Amazing staff! They will find whatever you need and are avid readers themselves. Great place to sit and read in the stacks.
Mike DJanuary 30, 2018
Been here 50+ times
One of my favorite bookstores with a great used section!
Al SMay 15, 2017
Been here 10+ times
If you buy books here regularly, make sure to sign up for the loyalty program. You get discounts on certain books and a credit for every $100 you spend.
Harvard Book StoreDecember 5, 2012
Thanks for visiting Harvard Book Store! We hope you'll attend an author event, browse our staff recommendations, check out our print-on-demand machine, and pick up a book or two while you're here!
Margaret !December 23, 2018
Been here 50+ times
Their virtues are many, but I’ve been consistently amazed at their selection. Eclectic and the staff are cheerily knowledgeable
BU TodayMarch 20, 2012
In 1932, Mark Kramer borrowed $300 from his parents to open a small used and remainder book store. 80 years later, they're still independent, but with a slightly larger collection (100,000+ titles.) Read more
Mark J.February 21, 2015
The last independent bookstore in Harvard Square. I have to support them for that, in addition to their great set of events.
Louisa RigaliJanuary 23, 2015
Best bookstore in the area. The basement used-book section is not-to-be-missed.
MiguelJune 1, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Make sure to check downstairs for the best deals.
AskMenJanuary 7, 2011
Rachel Polonsky's Molotov’s Magic Lantern - If you're looking for more of an overview of Russian culture, & some other jumping off points then grab this book (& don't miss her appearance 7 PM Jan. 13) Read more
Brian SalomonDecember 15, 2012
Great science and coffee-table art books in remainders, many under $5. My #2 fav spot for tech books after MIT Press at Kendall.
المهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيالJune 14, 2017
Impressive book store. New and used books. You can spend a day browsing 👍🏻🤓
Stephen BarresiFebruary 13, 2015
An unrivaled selection of books that also offers that authentic bookstore atmosphere.
Hayley CooperDecember 30, 2016
Super cute and cozy book store that sells new and used books!
AbdulrahmańAugust 28, 2016
A must-see book store in heart of Harvard campus
Kaila MazzyApril 23, 2016
SO many great books. Make sure to check the downstairs, their religion section is unreal.
Harvard UniversityDecember 8, 2009
This independent, locally owned shop has served the communitty since 1932. Known for superb selection, customer service, and author readings. Read more
Keri GarelDecember 23, 2015
Been here 25+ times
The used book selection is excellent.
The FeastJune 8, 2011
Head downstairs for their great selection of seconds & used books. Also fabulous spot for author readings - big names like David Sedaris and "Tiger Mom" have read here. Read more
Miriam GoldmanJuly 27, 2017
Sometimes very old books make it out onto the curb for a huge discount. Don't skip that rack!
Margot MazurJanuary 1, 2016
Harvard gem of a bookstore. Go downstairs for the cheaper finds!
Katie SDecember 3, 2012
Been here 5+ times
This is incorrectly tagged; it's a lovely independent bookstore not affiliated with the school.
Kevin DudleyAugust 9, 2014
What is stunning about this place is that they actually sell books! If you want Harvard memorabilia, you have to go another block down the street.
Stephanie ArmstrongMay 24, 2013
One of the best used bookstores in the area (coming from an avid bookstore peruser).
FavecastOctober 18, 2013
Check out the fiction section, they've got TONS of books!! Take a peek in this video review Read more
Kristyn UlandayJune 13, 2015
My favorite local book store - can't pass by without going in to roam around.
Farrar, Straus & GirouxJune 9, 2014
Meet Jack Devine on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new memoir, Good Hunting, An American Spymaster's Story. Read more
Farrar, Straus & GirouxSeptember 26, 2014
Meet Special Olympics Chairman Timothy Shriver on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book Fully Alive. Read more
Farrar, Straus & GirouxJuly 21, 2014
Meet astrophysicist Caleb Scharf on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book The Copernicus Complex. Read more
Constantin WOctober 13, 2016
Nice selection of recent political books!
Kat 🐱February 8, 2016
I can spend all day in this amazing bookstore.
Farrar, Straus & GirouxAugust 23, 2013
Meet Barnard College president Debora Spar on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new book Wonder Women. Read more
Jack W PerryFebruary 19, 2011
Don't forget to check out the huge used book store in the basement. Most books 50% off and huge selection.
St. Martin's PressJanuary 23, 2013
Meet Carl Rollyson on Friday, February 15, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book American Isis: The Life and Art of Sylvia Plath. Read more
PnPPhat S.January 16, 2012
known for extraordinary selection of new, used, and bargain books and for a history of innovation.
James DyeJuly 12, 2011
huge store. across from the Harvard campus. Check out the Boston photo books if you're in from out of town.
Farrar, Straus & GirouxDecember 2, 2013
Meet Yascha Mounk on Friday, January 17, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his debut book Stranger in My Own Country. Read more
Eileen ChamMarch 31, 2012
Look for the vintage magazine covers lining the shelves in the used book cellar.
St. Martin's PressDecember 18, 2013
Meet Doug Most on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book The Race Underground. Read more
Kara MerryNovember 26, 2011
These are the most academic books I think on a layman's basis you can find around Harvard
K. Danae PauliJanuary 4, 2012
Check out the overstock section for lots of great, inexpensive books!
Farrar, Straus & GirouxFebruary 21, 2013
Meet Aleksander Hemon on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his memoir The Book of My Lives. Read more
Farrar, Straus & GirouxDecember 2, 2013
Meet Witold Rybczynski on Monday, December 9, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he discusses his new book, How Architecture Works. Read more
Farrar, Straus & GirouxJanuary 23, 2014
Meet Emily Parker on Monday, March 3, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new book, Now I Know Who My Comrades Are. Read more
Erin Calvo-BacciApril 9, 2012
Hosting the Main Street Fairness, with RAM and locally owned businesses.
Nick ScottMay 13, 2015
Best bookstore in Boston
Deanna GlazeFebruary 21, 2010
Feels like home. Hang out in the arts section, particularly photography. Avoid the stinky man in the philosophy section.
Scott SSeptember 14, 2009
Been here 25+ times
Check out the amazing roster of authors who speak at Harvard Book Store events

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