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Harvard Book Store
Bookstore
Harvard Square, Cambridge
"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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Erkan SakaFebruary 10, 2019Fantastic variety of fiction and non-fiction books of high-brow intellectual caliber. A very nice cafe on the second floor. Good wifi.
Get a frequent buyer card; they are free and you end up getting great discounts!
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Harvard Book Store
1256 Massachusetts Ave (at Plympton St)
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Harvard Square's landmark indie bookstore, locally owned and operated since 1932.
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 9:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(617) 661-1515
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