Product Reviews84, Charing Cross Road by Hélène Hanff (1990, Uk-B Format Paperback)

Laugh out loud exchange of letters between a writer and book shop in London

Charming book of letters exchanged between a New York writer and a London used book shop over a 20 year period beginning in 1949. Writer cajoles and lambastes the book seller for the books she wants, insisting they be of quality, not with cardboard covers. She always reads a book first from the public library before deciding to purchase it. She befriends first Frank, her correspondent, and eventually the book shop staff. She sends them packets of foods that are still rationed in the UK after WWII. Such a fun read, and gives you a slice of life of a NY writer. Helene Hanff wrote scripts for Elery Queen TV series, children's books, text books, and un-produced plays. Look for the sequel to this, The Duchess of Bloomsbury Street, as well.
We read this for my book group, and it got a unanimous thumbs up! Made into a movie in 1987 with Anthony Hopkins and Anne Bancroft. Book published originally in 1970, re-published in 2013. Also available as an audio book.
Don't miss this one - it's a great read! And at 97 pages, a quick one that you can pick up at odd moments.Read full review...

The characters become like family.

This a delightful of a small book store and a New York author/playwright. It is a short piece but I have benefited from rereading it many times. I highly recommend it, especially if you have a love for good books, as the author had.Read full review...

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Exceptional read.

Once I finished the copy my son sent me I knew many of my friends would enjoy it. I’ve bought four copies and passed them around our book club. With this isolation continuing you never know when you’ll find a book hanging on your back gate. This one is extra special. Highly recommended. Thank youRead full review...

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84 Charing Cross Road. A correspondence between a buyer in the US and bookstore in the UK and the friendship which ensued over the years.

A re-read of a book I had read years ago and was delighted to re-visit this "old friend." It shows how books can bring strangers to friends, and is well written with humor and a touch of pathos.

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A good book for anyone who loves books or human kindness.

I loved reading this book, about strangers who reach out to each other in many ways. It is one of those books that keeps you happy all the way through, and I loved it.

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Wonderful book at a great price!

Excellent copy of a wonderful and meaningful book. A+++++ Thank you! Couldn't be happier..

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For book lovers

I was only buying it because I’ve given away all my other copies. It’s one of my absolute favorites. A must read for bibliophiles.

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Great Mystery

A very quick read a mystery story that takes place in England.

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Memorable warm and humorous story

Wonderful quick read. Warm and humorous collection of letters written over two decades.

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If you love books and booksellers you willLOVE this book !

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