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7 Spots Where You Can Find Used Books in Beirut
Holding the right book in your hands can be a truly magical experience. But in this economy, and with every book available online, it may seem like an unnecessary expense. That’s why we’ve compiled 7 spots where you can find the right mix of price and pleasure at these bookstores that offer pre-owned books.
1. Halabi Bookshop
One of our favorite bookstores in town, Halabi Bookshop always carries a varied assortment of books to feast your eyes on. They also have a great collection of Arabic novels and books!
2. Book Bazar
Book Bazar’s now iconic unstacked shelves are home to millions of hidden gems, you just need to dig hard to find them. Especially useful if you’re looking for old and niche items.
3. Souk el Ahad
Souk el Ahad is a mystery box, sometimes it’s great, other times it’s disappointing. But who knows? Pop in there and see if you can find the next great steal.
4. Barzakh
This cozy spot on Hamra street has great food, good coffee, and a vast collection of secondhand classics. If you want some old philosophy books, you’ll find them here.
5. Mohamad Al Maghrabi Street Library
This library, located under the Fiat bridge near Souk el Ahad, was tragically burnt last year. But if you take a trip there you’ll find it back to its former glories, especially on Sundays.
6. Aaliya’s Books
Aaliya’s books is known for its good vibes and even better wine, but they are also home to a big collection of second hand books. If you’re looking for a classic, this is the spot to go to.
7. Books.Lebanon
Don’t wanna go tripping around town for your books? We also have your back. We’re sure the Books.Lebanon online shop can cover all your new and used book needs, especially in Arabic.
1. Halabi Bookshop
One of our favorite bookstores in town, Halabi Bookshop always carries a varied assortment of books to feast your eyes on. They also have a great collection of Arabic novels and books!
2. Book Bazar
Book Bazar’s now iconic unstacked shelves are home to millions of hidden gems, you just need to dig hard to find them. Especially useful if you’re looking for old and niche items.
3. Souk el Ahad
Souk el Ahad is a mystery box, sometimes it’s great, other times it’s disappointing. But who knows? Pop in there and see if you can find the next great steal.
4. Barzakh
This cozy spot on Hamra street has great food, good coffee, and a vast collection of secondhand classics. If you want some old philosophy books, you’ll find them here.
5. Mohamad Al Maghrabi Street Library
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— Rula El Halabi (@Rulaelhalabi) January 21, 2022
Why would someone burn Mohamad Al Maghrabi street library? #MohamadAlMaghrabi sells books and sleeps under the Fiat bridge in #Beirut
Mohamad is Lebanese and studied engineering before his life took a different turn and he ended up homeless!
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This library, located under the Fiat bridge near Souk el Ahad, was tragically burnt last year. But if you take a trip there you’ll find it back to its former glories, especially on Sundays.
6. Aaliya’s Books
Aaliya’s books is known for its good vibes and even better wine, but they are also home to a big collection of second hand books. If you’re looking for a classic, this is the spot to go to.
7. Books.Lebanon
Don’t wanna go tripping around town for your books? We also have your back. We’re sure the Books.Lebanon online shop can cover all your new and used book needs, especially in Arabic.
