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Friday, 03 April 2009 14:38
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Artbook 43 Dong Khoi Tel: 3502 1559 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it With frequent overseas imports of magazines and books, Artbook is a great place to keep up on events and the latest in arts and architecture. The back room also doubles as an art gallery.
Bookazine 28 Dong Khoi, Q1 This is a treasure trove of new and antique copies of international titles like Newsweek and Time, carefully collected and catalogues by the owner.
Fahasa 40 Nguyen Hue, Q1 Tel: 3822 5796 Although there are many branches of Fahasa dotted throughout the city, this is one of the largest, with three floors of English, French, Chinese and Vietnamese books. Also stocks stationery.
Lao Dong Magazines 104-106 Nguyen Hue, Q1 For foreign magazines, this little kiosk is a goldmine. Located by the stature of Ho Chi Minh, here you can find everything from Russian Vogue to The Economist.
French Bookshop Nam Phong 94 Ho Tung Mau, Q1 Selling mainly French language books with a selection of second-hand Folio editions along with art books, coffee table books and French comics. Recently moved to its current, more spacious location.
Second-hand Books 179 & 185 Pham Ngu Lao, Q1 These two stores are a base for booksellers roaming the streets in the backpacker area, and sell a selection of travellers’ favourites, as well as a range of second-hand books. Also accepts part exchange.
TRI Books 158ED Dong Khoi, Q1 Tel: 3827 2168 Stocks a wide range of textbooks and English language reference books, plus titles on things like design, cookery, business and IT. Also sells some children’s literature.
Xuan Thu Bookshop 185 Dong Khoi, Q1 Tel: 3822 4670 Managed by the Fahasa group, this shop has a wide selection of French cookbooks, Vietnamese cookbooks, huge pictorial table books, lots of maps and a CD section of primarily French and Vietnamese music. Has a great selection of ELT books, English language novels and English learning books for kids. In addition, several foreign lifestyle magazines are available here.
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