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In 1980, coles opened a 67,000 squarefoot book store at 20 edward street, a short distance west of yonge street. Worlds biggest bookstore closing on march 23, 2014. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Worlds biggest book store, edward, young, toronto, books. In addition to the internet and mail order, we also do business by appointment at our toronto warehouse location as well as sitting several book fairs, coin and militaria shows. When news broke in 20 that the worlds biggest bookstore was shuttering its doors, book lovers mourned the loss of a toronto staple memories shared on blogs and social media revealed its. Dec 16, 2017 when news broke in 20 that the worlds biggest bookstore was shuttering its doors, book lovers mourned the loss of a toronto staple memories shared on blogs and social media revealed its.
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Apr 08, 2020 the used book trade has largely migrated to the internet, but there are still a few good places to go in town. While the iconic cookbook store may be closed after more than three decades, it hasnt slowed down josh and alison, who continue to explore the local and international culinary scene. Find useful information, the address and the phone number of the local business you are looking for. The may 912 used book sale has been postponed until further notice.