No matter how convenient tablets and e-readers are, for most bookworms the feel of a real book, the aroma of the new pages, and the touch and feel of a “real” book I unbeatable. To help those of you specifically – the reader – along the way, here are the best book stores in the city the touchscreen cannot replace.
PATHAK SHAMABESH
This 30-year-old gem of a store is a must-visit for every book lover. With an outstanding collection of classics and latest titles (both in English and Bengali), Pathak Shamabesh maintains the best possible offerings.
Aside from the stores in Gulshan and Aziz Super Market in Shahbag, the Pathak Shamabesh Centre in the annex building of the National Museum is a welcome sight for readers. The Centre is often visited…
