From my experience in buying books both from Amazon and in bookstores, I would argue Amazon provides a greater quantity and more diverse selection of books than bookstores can offer. Bookstores are contained within a physical space, and the number of titles in a bookstore is limited to what can be exhibited on shelf space and what can be stored in inventory. Furthermore, most books sold in bookstores are published in one language. Amazon, on the other hand, is not constrained by finite physical space given its online nature. It can arrive at book titles from a variety of locations instead of just one location. An obscure play or philosophical treatise from 300 years ago can be easily found on Amazon whereas bookstores won't have that title. Even books in foreign languages like Chinese can be bought from Amazon although the selection is a little limited. Then again, I am arguing strictly in terms of Amazon being more advantageous in buying books, not for accessing books in general. If I were to state the most favorable option for accessing books in general, it would be the public library, provided one's local government devotes enough resources towards maintaining a large and diverse collection of books. It offers much diversity and availability in the selection of books, especially for those who don't have the luxury of possessing books indefinitely.
honestly, it always been my dream to open a book cafe where people will enjoy good book and good coffee....while watching this video, I was crying!! because this store is like a dream to me...like heaven!! book heaven...❤
dear, you can say whatever you want to make fun of others dream or whatever it is. but there is no doubt about one thing, every book lover knows what I wanted to mean.
The smell of the library always brings back childhood memories, happy child holding books and spending thousands of hours reading😊bookstore and library both smells verrrryy good, the paper smells old trees in the forest. The Last Bookstore is my next destination in my next LA trip. Thank you for the beautiful documentray😻 his daughter is very smart the way she talks to her dad. Be safe everyone.
I got to visit your bookstore 2 years ago when I went to see my son. He loves your store and knew I would too. The aesthetics alone are worth walking in the door for. I didn't know your story at the time. I hope you make it through this pandemic. Your store should be on people's bucket lists! Thank you , just thank you.
It’s awesome Great Big Story is back making new videos, and I still come back to rewatch their older videos. As a bookworm, this video is one of my favorites.
@@Apologetics35 well that's just not true, here where I live going to the bookstore to look for and buy books is as much as an entertainment as going shopping. Me and my friends love to visit bookstores, and they are always full of people doing the same thing as us. Maybe it's just where you are that books are looked down on, because where I live it's very different.
You know the only difference between an e-book and actual book is paper? If I would give you Hamlet on my phone and in a book you wouldn't say one is worse than the other.Like why
@@leperv4423 While you may prove some points, there's just this nice sensation when reading a book. I would see a book to be more exciting to be on than rather a phone. On top of all of that phones are much more used as a habit and exhibits out blue light which can be harmful towards your melatonin production. There are many other reasons as to why, but I only have enough laziness to type this all out.
@@lightningmcqueen4078 Phones have reading mode.And the sensation nonsense is stupid.Book and e-books are the same except one has paper.What happens when you read an e - book,nothing, but what happens when you read a book,a plant dies.If you are stupid as to let plants dies because of a "book sensation" you should not live.
Yeah, although it's more convenient to read e-books than printed books, there's still an unexplainable satisfaction that you get when reading printed books. I especially love the smell of new books and old books and the nostalgia you get when you see older books, like, "Oh! I first bought that when I..." I respect everyone's opinion regarding e-books and printed books, but personally, I like printed books more and no one can change my opinion. edit: also, the way you can stroke the spine of the book or just holding the book- I'm sorry, that might be a bit weird but, there are hard-cover books and those with normal covers and like, the difference when you hold each of those books are just- yes.
There is nothing better than holding a book in your hands and absorbing the characters, the plots, the hard work of the author. I love films and movies based on books but I read the books before I watch them and many times the films fall short. Real books belong in our lives forever. 💕
This is one of my favorite Great Big Stories. His story is very inspiring in an age where people are struggling to find a connection with their purpose in life. He had a life-changing accident yet he was able to persevere and provide others a beautiful humane experience through something he enjoyed.
I love books. Thank goodness we still have bookstores here. I can't read properly from phone, my eyes will get hurt. Even I can only spend around 30 mnts max to watch youtube. That's why I don't use e-books. For me the real books are the best.
If you really need to read ebooks (eg if you're in a tiny apartment) then you need to use a reader with e-ink. Like the first Kindles were. Nothing that is producing light by itself like a phone or the newer kindles. There's still readers which are pure e-ink and they're as ok for the eyes as paper books. But yeah, I still like real books better. There's something about how you can remember that something was "in the middle of a right hand page towards the end of the book" and find it easily by flipping through that never works for ebooks. It's always kinda disorienting and if you by accident flip your digital page (and then it usually flips a lot of pages, not just 1 or 2) it becomes really hard to find your spot again.
Ever since I could understand words, by reading or listening, I have loved books. I could not go out without a book, be it to school or some other social function. I remember getting caught in school and from under my blankets reading sneakily as I couldn't wait to find out what happens next. As time passed though, books have become expensive and we don't really have the money to buy all the books we want nor do we have the space to keep them in and the energy to move them as we move houses. Mom could only buy me a tablet. With it, I could download my books and bring them and read them anywhere, anytime. Although I can sympathize with this man for our shared love of books and their decreasing production/publication, I would choose a more cost-efficient and energy saving way to read as I am still studying and working. Books will forever be my first love. Nothing will change that fact.
What really made an impact on me is how he basically stood up and fight with his injury and consequences and it made him depressed and feeling bad and everything. After ten years, he gave up, adapted and this thing got its life. He got something he loves, and after the course of years it became a proffession, bussiness, little empire. Maybe you wont get the perfect idea of what I am thinking about since english is not my first language but I hope you get the correct message.
I had already heard about what an amazing store this is, but learning the story behind it makes me love it even more. What a testament to our power to reinvent ourselves even when it seems all hope is lost. This store is succeeding because it is infused with a genuine, passionate love for books (instead of corporate greed) and a true appreciation of their magic and mystery. I wish the store and owner continued success and happiness!
The typewriter hanging from the ceiling is so cool! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for opening this book store! I wish this store is closer. My hometown only has one book store left.
Last summer was my first time at the last library, the staff was wonderful. Everyone was so kind and recommended me some great books that immediately became some of my favorites.
Books ae my favorite. They just make me feel calmer and holding the book in my hand helps me connect and visualize the story a lot better. I hope this store stays for many more years.
Oh my dear, you may have lost the use of your legs , but you have gained so much more in the way you use your words and with your imagination and your books. My hat goes off to you . You are a Hero in so many ways to so many people for what you have done for them . I SALUTE YOU ....... God made a very special person when He made you . We have all lost something in one way or another . But when we do , we always gain something somewhere else that makes the special ones EXTRA special. You are one of those. Thank You. ♥♥♥
This guy is not working for money, he's working for his passion, commitment in keeping the legacy of the authors to introduce the wonders of books. He is the real hero in today's generation keeping the nostalgic meaning of life through books.
Joseph! you're such an inspiration and a pillar of hope for those struggling any form of hardship. Thank you for sharing your story. Many blessings to you and your family!!!
i've seen this bookstore in so many photos and photoshoots! i'm so happy to learn more about the person behind it! thank you to everyone who helped make this video happen! job well done!
I grew up with libraries as parents so we always a good book to read, I’m thankful that I got to experience some special things with my mother when she was a manager at a library :)
I'd love to go there, it looks amazing! But guys, like he says, "no fear". Books aren't "going extinct", I mean, just take a look at this comment section, there are plenty of people who love them and buy them in stores instead of the internet. My local bookstores and libraries are always full of people who go there not only to buy but also to simply have a good time, they are a meeting place. Maybe not everybody loves them, but at least from what I see where I live books and bookstores are still very popular and far from being at risk of disappearing. Cheer up, maybe some bookstores you know are closing but that doesn't mean books all around the world are disappearing and loosing popularity, it also depends on the zone :)
So happy to be part of the LA family who appreciate art and artists for what they contribute to the world:). When I was little I was taught that bookstores, like libraries and galleries etc are safe places where there are other people like you who appreciate the pleasure of a good book, art - learning. We need bookstores, art galleries, museums in order to be a civil society, I can not imagine life without passionate folks like the Spencers ensuring we have safe beautiful interesting relevant cultural spaces to read learn and meet other like minded people. LOL
I love books! Novels, comic books, etc. I hate reading with my phone, my eyes tired very quickly. I hope that people reads books like they used to, it's so sad when i saw a bookstore closing because they ran out of business.
@@aus-li i hate reading comics on phones. Reading the books is much more pleasant and appreciate the writer and artist who puts a lot of effort to create the book.
Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo You could support the individual artist by buying their works in physical or digital form, but you’re still missing out on free everything. You could easily buy a tablet or laptop if your small phone hurts your eyes.
@@aus-li man.. i'm okay with buying physical form online. I just bought Gyo comic online. The problem is, i don't like reading in digital form. But it's just me.. i guess.
Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo Gyo by Junji Ito? One of my favorite of his stories. I’m just letting you know that you could read anything online for free. The internet has been a life saver, especially because I’m too poor to buy anything.
My husband and I sold book and records for many years. We kept most of them in our house and and storage units. It got so out of hand we went bankrupt and lost our house. Unfortunately, my husband passed away and I had to get rid of everything. I loved the books and records and miss it very much.
Thank you for making such videos, and i really hope that places like this will exist forever. The essence of a physical book can never be replaced by a Kindle. Huge respect for the owner of The Last Book Store.
This is a truly wonderful bookstore.....each section is designed to have ita own style......I was able to buy the complete works of Mr. Poe.....I hope you stay open for decades more
I'll say it like this. Paper back and Hare Cover books to me are like trophies. After I read, and I put it with the rest, I get a glimpse of my past when I first read that book. It cant be recreated with E-books and audiobooks
there is something very very beautiful about this video and these people. thank you for keeping this tradition alive. i will go there some day when all of this Corona thing is over.
@Josh Spencer you give people much more than books, you give people hope and brave to follow for their dreams in spite of fear. Maybe one day I will be in half as brave as you and I can say : I have tried....
I never bought a book at a bookstore since I like to read most of my books in english and I dont know how much of my books I can get in english in my home country. Looking at stores like this I feel like I missed out. I will take a trip to my local bookstore more often.
My wife would love to be in this book store. I have been in many, because of her, and I see many of the great elements, nooks, and hide aways in this store. What attracts me is the artistic "booky" vibe from the displays, and pieces. Yes, pieces of art... jaw dropping captures of humanity. We are on the opposite side of the US, so we will need to add this to the list. Thanks!!
Goodness the comments here are pretentious. We get it, you think there's something special about words on paper. To me, the words are the most important thing, not if they're on paper or a screen or a scroll or whatever. As long as we have those words, what else could possibly matter? It was never about the physical medium and always about the communication of thoughts. Putting the medium above that is defeating the point. Also that fish needs a MUCH bigger tank. That bowl is way too small.
My local book store closed last year after the owner passed away...it's so sad going by there now...empty. I mean it wasn't the cheapest place to get books...but it was fun to go to and shop in. Online stores have a bigger selection and are cheaper...so sadly they're beating little bookshops. It's incredibly sad.
Not a fan of ebooks. Sometimes I prefer spending more money to local bookstores because they’re cheaper than big brands like barnes and noble and what not. Those books from local vintage book stores may be cheaper, but a bit more expensive than amazon. I guess that’s why people prefer to go to amazon or eBay. Other than that, I love bookstores. I was so excited that a bookstore 30 minutes away from me reopened. It was beautiful and I’m very happy that a few other book stores are reopening too. Take care y’all
I love this video, Iam a filmmaker and have and upcoming project about a book store that accepts book donations and sells the books to finance social projects. I was looking for some inspiration and found this video. l really love it, the story telling, the editing, the shots, the flow... Congratulations to the filmmakers and the team that made it 😁👏👏
I have bookstores in my neighborhood, tho nothing can replace books even online books, when i read online it is very distracting I prefer offline, he has a beautiful personal story too
It's so sad that bookstores are closing all the time. I hope books don't go away.
I hope this bookstore stays for a very long time
Don’t worry, books won’t go away.
On another note, I do think they’re useless, at least to me.
I bet u don’t even read boooks
@@IA-1509 I hope you are being ironic
@@IA-1509 The abundancy of brainlets along with the lack of context in comment sections makes it hard to spot ironic or sarcastic phrases
VoidX why? Ebooks are garbage
This looks like a wonderful book store I hope it never goes away
Don’t buy books on Amazon, buy books at your local bookstore.
This is a second hand book shop.
From my experience in buying books both from Amazon and in bookstores, I would argue Amazon provides a greater quantity and more diverse selection of books than bookstores can offer. Bookstores are contained within a physical space, and the number of titles in a bookstore is limited to what can be exhibited on shelf space and what can be stored in inventory. Furthermore, most books sold in bookstores are published in one language. Amazon, on the other hand, is not constrained by finite physical space given its online nature. It can arrive at book titles from a variety of locations instead of just one location. An obscure play or philosophical treatise from 300 years ago can be easily found on Amazon whereas bookstores won't have that title. Even books in foreign languages like Chinese can be bought from Amazon although the selection is a little limited. Then again, I am arguing strictly in terms of Amazon being more advantageous in buying books, not for accessing books in general. If I were to state the most favorable option for accessing books in general, it would be the public library, provided one's local government devotes enough resources towards maintaining a large and diverse collection of books. It offers much diversity and availability in the selection of books, especially for those who don't have the luxury of possessing books indefinitely.
@@marcyinug7026 why not mate?
@@marcyinug7026 huh, I don't get it
@@pflh2391 thats not true
honestly, it always been my dream to open a book cafe where people will enjoy good book and good coffee....while watching this video, I was crying!!
because this store is like a dream to me...like heaven!! book heaven...❤
dear, you can say whatever you want to make fun of others dream or whatever it is.
but there is no doubt about one thing, every book lover knows what I wanted to mean.
Try open cafe with free wifi
@@akbarfauzi4006 so we can read e books instead
@@abongse414 No one's making fun of your dream.
Abong se i could die happily when I’m in there
One of the best days we all experienced was the book fair in elementary school nothing can ever beat that.
Him: “Probably... hundreds and thousands of books in here...”
Me: My heaven. 🥺📖🥰📚
"The Last Bookstore." What an appropriate name in this day and age.
Eh, there are still a lot of bookstores left, so not really.
@@thegrammarcrusader4085 Did you watch the video?
@@SuperBC1975 I am currently watching it.
I will finish and then revise my statement if I deem it neccesary.
Ok, I watched the video. I don't see a problem with my first statement.
@@thegrammarcrusader4085 He literally explained why he named it "The Last Bookstore" in the video.
3:50
*And she was never seen again.*
😂
Stephen King intensifies
1:20 *that shaving really caught me off guard compared to the calm intro*
The smell of the library always brings back childhood memories, happy child holding books and spending thousands of hours reading😊bookstore and library both smells verrrryy good, the paper smells old trees in the forest. The Last Bookstore is my next destination in my next LA trip. Thank you for the beautiful documentray😻 his daughter is very smart the way she talks to her dad. Be safe everyone.
Indeed 😊 loved that film ❤
I got to visit your bookstore 2 years ago when I went to see my son. He loves your store and knew I would too. The aesthetics alone are worth walking in the door for. I didn't know your story at the time. I hope you make it through this pandemic. Your store should be on people's bucket lists! Thank you , just thank you.
It’s awesome Great Big Story is back making new videos, and I still come back to rewatch their older videos. As a bookworm, this video is one of my favorites.
Everyone in the comments: omg I'm going to miss books so much
Libraries throughout the country: am I a joke to you
Luis you’re so negative 👎🏼
Miss Kitty if you don’t mind me asking, how is it negative?
There's barely any libraries where I live😪
People ready in their gadgets now no one buys books anymore.
@@Apologetics35 well that's just not true, here where I live going to the bookstore to look for and buy books is as much as an entertainment as going shopping. Me and my friends love to visit bookstores, and they are always full of people doing the same thing as us. Maybe it's just where you are that books are looked down on, because where I live it's very different.
Let's not let modern day make us forget about the wonder of books.
You know the only difference between an e-book and actual book is paper? If I would give you Hamlet on my phone and in a book you wouldn't say one is worse than the other.Like why
@@leperv4423 While you may prove some points, there's just this nice sensation when reading a book. I would see a book to be more exciting to be on than rather a phone. On top of all of that phones are much more used as a habit and exhibits out blue light which can be harmful towards your melatonin production. There are many other reasons as to why, but I only have enough laziness to type this all out.
Revolt Against the Modern World
@@lightningmcqueen4078 Phones have reading mode.And the sensation nonsense is stupid.Book and e-books are the same except one has paper.What happens when you read an e - book,nothing, but what happens when you read a book,a plant dies.If you are stupid as to let plants dies because of a "book sensation" you should not live.
Yeah, although it's more convenient to read e-books than printed books, there's still an unexplainable satisfaction that you get when reading printed books. I especially love the smell of new books and old books and the nostalgia you get when you see older books, like, "Oh! I first bought that when I..."
I respect everyone's opinion regarding e-books and printed books, but personally, I like printed books more and no one can change my opinion.
edit: also, the way you can stroke the spine of the book or just holding the book- I'm sorry, that might be a bit weird but, there are hard-cover books and those with normal covers and like, the difference when you hold each of those books are just- yes.
There is nothing better than holding a book in your hands and absorbing the characters, the plots, the hard work of the author. I love films and movies based on books but I read the books before I watch them and many times the films fall short.
Real books belong in our lives forever. 💕
This is one of my favorite Great Big Stories. His story is very inspiring in an age where people are struggling to find a connection with their purpose in life. He had a life-changing accident yet he was able to persevere and provide others a beautiful humane experience through something he enjoyed.
Love his attitude.
I love books. Thank goodness we still have bookstores here. I can't read properly from phone, my eyes will get hurt. Even I can only spend around 30 mnts max to watch youtube. That's why I don't use e-books. For me the real books are the best.
If you really need to read ebooks (eg if you're in a tiny apartment) then you need to use a reader with e-ink. Like the first Kindles were. Nothing that is producing light by itself like a phone or the newer kindles.
There's still readers which are pure e-ink and they're as ok for the eyes as paper books.
But yeah, I still like real books better. There's something about how you can remember that something was "in the middle of a right hand page towards the end of the book" and find it easily by flipping through that never works for ebooks. It's always kinda disorienting and if you by accident flip your digital page (and then it usually flips a lot of pages, not just 1 or 2) it becomes really hard to find your spot again.
The music is so calming
Thanks to Great Big Story to introduce to us all different things in world!
Ever since I could understand words, by reading or listening, I have loved books. I could not go out without a book, be it to school or some other social function. I remember getting caught in school and from under my blankets reading sneakily as I couldn't wait to find out what happens next. As time passed though, books have become expensive and we don't really have the money to buy all the books we want nor do we have the space to keep them in and the energy to move them as we move houses. Mom could only buy me a tablet. With it, I could download my books and bring them and read them anywhere, anytime.
Although I can sympathize with this man for our shared love of books and their decreasing production/publication, I would choose a more cost-efficient and energy saving way to read as I am still studying and working.
Books will forever be my first love. Nothing will change that fact.
This is why i love Great Big story.Great and Wonderful Content keep it up .
What really made an impact on me is how he basically stood up and fight with his injury and consequences and it made him depressed and feeling bad and everything. After ten years, he gave up, adapted and this thing got its life. He got something he loves, and after the course of years it became a proffession, bussiness, little empire. Maybe you wont get the perfect idea of what I am thinking about since english is not my first language but I hope you get the correct message.
I had already heard about what an amazing store this is, but learning the story behind it makes me love it even more. What a testament to our power to reinvent ourselves even when it seems all hope is lost. This store is succeeding because it is infused with a genuine, passionate love for books (instead of corporate greed) and a true appreciation of their magic and mystery. I wish the store and owner continued success and happiness!
“No fear.” This guy will be wildly successful with that mindset
The typewriter hanging from the ceiling is so cool!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for opening this book store! I wish this store is closer. My hometown only has one book store left.
Last summer was my first time at the last library, the staff was wonderful. Everyone was so kind and recommended me some great books that immediately became some of my favorites.
Books ae my favorite. They just make me feel calmer and holding the book in my hand helps me connect and visualize the story a lot better. I hope this store stays for many more years.
Oh my dear, you may have lost the use of your legs , but you have gained so much more in the way you use your words and with your imagination and your books. My hat goes off to you . You are a Hero in so many ways to so many people for what you have done for them . I SALUTE YOU ....... God made a very special person when He made you . We have all lost something in one way or another . But when we do , we always gain something somewhere else that makes the special ones EXTRA special. You are one of those. Thank You. ♥♥♥
This guy is not working for money, he's working for his passion, commitment in keeping the legacy of the authors to introduce the wonders of books. He is the real hero in today's generation keeping the nostalgic meaning of life through books.
Joseph! you're such an inspiration and a pillar of hope for those struggling any form of hardship. Thank you for sharing your story. Many blessings to you and your family!!!
i've seen this bookstore in so many photos and photoshoots!
i'm so happy to learn more about the person behind it!
thank you to everyone who helped make this video happen! job well done!
I grew up with libraries as parents so we always a good book to read, I’m thankful that I got to experience some special things with my mother when she was a manager at a library :)
I'd love to go there, it looks amazing!
But guys, like he says, "no fear".
Books aren't "going extinct", I mean, just take a look at this comment section, there are plenty of people who love them and buy them in stores instead of the internet. My local bookstores and libraries are always full of people who go there not only to buy but also to simply have a good time, they are a meeting place. Maybe not everybody loves them, but at least from what I see where I live books and bookstores are still very popular and far from being at risk of disappearing. Cheer up, maybe some bookstores you know are closing but that doesn't mean books all around the world are disappearing and loosing popularity, it also depends on the zone :)
I thank God that people like this are still around.
what a beautiful bookstore!
Reading a physical book is truly fulfilling, it's like watching a movie in a theatre Vs watching it on a mobile.
So happy to be part of the LA family who appreciate art and artists for what they contribute to the world:). When I was little I was taught that bookstores, like libraries and galleries etc are safe places where there are other people like you who appreciate the pleasure of a good book, art - learning. We need bookstores, art galleries, museums in order to be a civil society, I can not imagine life without passionate folks like the Spencers ensuring we have safe beautiful interesting relevant cultural spaces to read learn and meet other like minded people. LOL
I'm from Italy and in the spring of 2012 i've got my copy of the Dragonlance trilogy for a dollar. Thanks to showing me this place again :)
I love books! Novels, comic books, etc. I hate reading with my phone, my eyes tired very quickly. I hope that people reads books like they used to, it's so sad when i saw a bookstore closing because they ran out of business.
My dude, you’re missing out on thousands of comics by not reading them online for free.
@@aus-li i hate reading comics on phones. Reading the books is much more pleasant and appreciate the writer and artist who puts a lot of effort to create the book.
Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo You could support the individual artist by buying their works in physical or digital form, but you’re still missing out on free everything. You could easily buy a tablet or laptop if your small phone hurts your eyes.
@@aus-li man.. i'm okay with buying physical form online. I just bought Gyo comic online. The problem is, i don't like reading in digital form.
But it's just me.. i guess.
Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo Gyo by Junji Ito? One of my favorite of his stories.
I’m just letting you know that you could read anything online for free. The internet has been a life saver, especially because I’m too poor to buy anything.
My husband and I sold book and records for many years. We kept most of them in our house and and storage units. It got so out of hand we went bankrupt and lost our house. Unfortunately, my husband passed away and I had to get rid of everything.
I loved the books and records and miss it very much.
Bookstores are like paradise to all book lovers
Haha I JUST uploaded the video about this bookstore on my channel
Beautiful story of redemption, hope, and overcoming adversity and the vanities of youth.
I couldn't love this more. Bless you and your family.
I was there just yesterday! How neat :)
Such an amazing man and bookstore! thank you for keeping books alive. The books are probably very thankful as well!
Thank you for making such videos, and i really hope that places like this will exist forever. The essence of a physical book can never be replaced by a Kindle. Huge respect for the owner of The Last Book Store.
Just awesome! Thanks for the story!
This is a truly wonderful bookstore.....each section is designed to have ita own style......I was able to buy the complete works of Mr. Poe.....I hope you stay open for decades more
I love this place, I love to sit down here it's so comfy in such a busy city
I'll say it like this. Paper back and Hare Cover books to me are like trophies. After I read, and I put it with the rest, I get a glimpse of my past when I first read that book. It cant be recreated with E-books and audiobooks
there is something very very beautiful about this video and these people. thank you for keeping this tradition alive. i will go there some day when all of this Corona thing is over.
Haha I JUST uploaded the video about this bookstore on my channel
@Josh Spencer you give people much more than books, you give people hope and brave to follow for their dreams in spite of fear. Maybe one day I will be in half as brave as you and I can say : I have tried....
I never bought a book at a bookstore since I like to read most of my books in english and I dont know how much of my books I can get in english in my home country. Looking at stores like this I feel like I missed out. I will take a trip to my local bookstore more often.
My wife would love to be in this book store. I have been in many, because of her, and I see many of the great elements, nooks, and hide aways in this store. What attracts me is the artistic "booky" vibe from the displays, and pieces. Yes, pieces of art... jaw dropping captures of humanity. We are on the opposite side of the US, so we will need to add this to the list. Thanks!!
I was so ready to do some fact-checking until I found it was the name.
Same here
The last bookstore
Barnes And Nobles:I’m here too
ive been here only twice but i love it a lot
God bless you and keep you all happy 😊
This was rather delightful. The best bookstores we have in our area are Half Price Books and estate sales.
Don't put yourself down. One cannot love others without loving yourself first.
Love your story.
Good Luck.
Love from Australia. xo
I have been there before it has a giant book vault
props to him for persevering!!!!!
His bookstore is amazing
Goodness the comments here are pretentious. We get it, you think there's something special about words on paper. To me, the words are the most important thing, not if they're on paper or a screen or a scroll or whatever. As long as we have those words, what else could possibly matter? It was never about the physical medium and always about the communication of thoughts. Putting the medium above that is defeating the point.
Also that fish needs a MUCH bigger tank. That bowl is way too small.
Great story & an amazing book store.
Well done you for not giving up.
Greetings from the UK 👍
*I think what this man is doing is great!*
When I first went here.......it was amazing
It's very inspiring
There's something so foreign about reading on a computer screen or on a phone compared to holding a book in your hands.
Life is weird, i more fond about this man life than store itself..... his grandchild gonna hear thousand story from him
My local book store closed last year after the owner passed away...it's so sad going by there now...empty. I mean it wasn't the cheapest place to get books...but it was fun to go to and shop in. Online stores have a bigger selection and are cheaper...so sadly they're beating little bookshops. It's incredibly sad.
You go man I hope you NEVER CLOSE we need books. When I do read it is only from a book.
I love this bookstore! It's such a treasure - so glad to see it being highlighted.
Not a fan of ebooks.
Sometimes I prefer spending more money to local bookstores because they’re cheaper than big brands like barnes and noble and what not.
Those books from local vintage book stores may be cheaper, but a bit more expensive than amazon. I guess that’s why people prefer to go to amazon or eBay.
Other than that, I love bookstores. I was so excited that a bookstore 30 minutes away from me reopened. It was beautiful and I’m very happy that a few other book stores are reopening too. Take care y’all
4:50 omg that's one of my favorite series 😂 Ranma 1/2 is amazing
I dislike books heavily, but libraries and bookstores, I feel, have such a cool atmosphere and novelty to them.
Very nice video, much respect for this man. I really hope this store will never go away. 👌
I want to work there!
I love this video, Iam a filmmaker and have and upcoming project about a book store that accepts book donations and sells the books to finance social projects. I was looking for some inspiration and found this video. l really love it, the story telling, the editing, the shots, the flow... Congratulations to the filmmakers and the team that made it 😁👏👏
Man, what a story, what a moving piece
I feel so ashame. I always read digital books.
Thanks guys, you made me support the bookstore owner by buying the books
I have bookstores in my neighborhood, tho nothing can replace books even online books, when i read online it is very distracting I prefer offline, he has a beautiful personal story too
Im not a fan of reading books but you have my respect.. godbless to you and prolong the life of our history, knowledge and culture
That book shop looks amazing 👀
While I am reading more digital books, I still love actually paper novels/books.
I wanna work there!
Storytellers will always have a place in this world. So we should fight for that, no matter the costs!
You do know there’s other mediums besides writing on paper to express yourself?
I like books and I wish I had this kind of bookstore in my city.
Wow. Its huge
❤ heaven for the booklovers
and one of my dream projects for the future ❤
I’ve been there! Super neat place.
I want to go there so much
My dream place! I would love to work there or just hang out there.
Definitely a place I want to visit putting this on my bucket list it’s beautiful
Luckily, there are still bookstores in my country. I love putting hands on books 🤚
OMG I was able to visit this bookstore over the summer. It was so cool.
thank you
This was beautiful.❤️
Haha yeah I JUST uploaded the video about this bookstore on my channel
I wish I could visit your bookstore . Keep up the good fight for the survival of books !
This place is pretty awesome. I used live one block away and would hang out there for hours. I found some pretty cool illuminati books. Fun times.
that Sunn O))) shirt kicks ass
I would love to visit this bookstore someday