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It has been astutely observed by a sage individual that, 'Reading is not merely a leisurely pursuit, but a profound investment in the cognitive framework of one's mind. With each successive page, novel perspectives emerge, innovative ideas germinate, and the parameters of one's potential undergo expansion. It is essential to engage in extensive, in-depth, and frequent reading, for it is within the pages of a book that lies the transformative power to reimagine one's existence and redefine one's destiny.'
The CBD is definitely a book paradise; I collect Dan Brown books at a very reasonable price from many of the street vendors. 'Readers don't steal, and stealers don't read.'
I Know these guys, James, Griffin, John & Geoff Klass, great to see there getting some recognition! There is a bookish world out there in the CBD and these can show that.
Growing up I used to walk through those streets and would buy magazines and books, especially as I went to catch a train from school. Beautiful memories
I'm an avid reader and when I pass Jozi, i see informal traders selling books, usually in the taxi going home so i can't go out to buy. Next time i am there, i will be on the lookout for these places.
All we ask of JHB Government now, is to keep that area save and much cleaner, then more and much more small businesses will move in, coffeehouses, pubs, restaurants, boutiques and antique stores....but hey, they're more concerned over who's the Major than assisting us
Yes I see the books but how many of these are even African literature writers and books? Often when I visit these books stores as a PhD in African literature, no matter how cheap the books are, I am left to leave with nothing coz they all sell either white European literature or South African white literature that does not speak to black people’s experiences accross the globe.
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This is unappreciated industry shout out to all the independent writers and booksellers
It has been astutely observed by a sage individual that, 'Reading is not merely a leisurely pursuit, but a profound investment in the cognitive framework of one's mind. With each successive page, novel perspectives emerge, innovative ideas germinate, and the parameters of one's potential undergo expansion. It is essential to engage in extensive, in-depth, and frequent reading, for it is within the pages of a book that lies the transformative power to reimagine one's existence and redefine one's destiny.'
@@OratiloeKhumalo-Ph.D Wow, well articulated
The CBD is definitely a book paradise; I collect Dan Brown books at a very reasonable price from many of the street vendors. 'Readers don't steal, and stealers don't read.'
As a lover of books I enjoyed this story - thank you.
I Know these guys, James, Griffin, John & Geoff Klass, great to see there getting some recognition! There is a bookish world out there in the CBD and these can show that.
Growing up
I used to walk through those streets and would buy magazines and books, especially as I went to catch a train from school. Beautiful memories
GQ (PE) main library also closed for years. Disgusting, but we want the nation to be educated and battle to create work..
Great story! Gives one hope and positivity 🙏
Thank you for doing this story ❤
I'm an avid reader and when I pass Jozi, i see informal traders selling books, usually in the taxi going home so i can't go out to buy. Next time i am there, i will be on the lookout for these places.
This was BRILLIANT to see. THANK you!!
All we ask of JHB Government now, is to keep that area save and much cleaner, then more and much more small businesses will move in, coffeehouses, pubs, restaurants, boutiques and antique stores....but hey, they're more concerned over who's the Major than assisting us
Such a beautiful story, thank you 💜
Thanks for this. Joburg has been a great place for buying books for me for decades.
Where do you buy them please? Bookstore, street names?
Thank you!,, Elizabeth
Feeling a bit jealous in Cape Town 🤣
I truly appreciate this episode growing up I was an avid reader of books. 🥺
I love this!
I see Records!
The Underground Library!!!
Would like to donate books to him, pls share his details
Yes I see the books but how many of these are even African literature writers and books?
Often when I visit these books stores as a PhD in African literature, no matter how cheap the books are, I am left to leave with nothing coz they all sell either white European literature or South African white literature that does not speak to black people’s experiences accross the globe.
This is a perfect opportunity for you to come up with an idea to fill that gap in the market 😊❤. Wishing you all the best! 🇿🇦🩷💜
@@lungiswamatshabatrue 😀❤️. I’m still collecting, soon I’ll be hitting you up with sales. You better be my first customer 😂💪😍
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Dont like seeing candace after the principal interview
Sigh....
Niche of history sold....sad story....money says nothing .. until a American comes along....buying seeds. CUNNYYGUY
One of the many reasons l love Jozi
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