Solidaridad book shop

Solidaridad book shop in the Ermita district of Manila opened its doors in 1964. It is owned by Philippine national artist F. Sionil José and managed by him and his family.[1][2] It is sometimes called "The best little bookstore in Asia".[1][3]

Solidaridad bookshop.
Books on display.

The shop features the owner's own works and works by other Filipino authors such as Jose Rizal, Nick Joaquin, F. Sionil Jose, Paz Marquez, N.V.M. Gonzalez, Gilda Cordero-Fernando, Bienvenido Santos, Lualhati Bautista.[4] they also offer selected foreign titles. It has been claimed that they have the widest selection of Filipiniana works in the Philippines.[2]

References
  1. "Review: A Different Bookstore, Dymocks, La Solidaridad, Filipino Bookstore". The Philippine Inquirer. October 13, 2001.
  2. "Solidaridad: A Gem of a Bookstore". wheninmanila.com. March 18, 2014.
  3. "Bookworming In Manila: Solidaridad Book Shop". thereadingspree.com. May 13, 2014.
  4. "Solidaridad Bookshop gives PH lit a chance". rappler.com. June 12, 2013.
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