Offering an unusual selection of vintage books and written artifacts, The Monkey Paw bookstore is an antiquarian’s dream.
From Cheesemaking to Stuff on Mars…
The Bloor Street shop sells 20th century writings that are seemingly obsolete yet thoroughly entertaining. From topics like edible bread sculptures to 1950s thyratones, visitors should expect the unexpected.
For bibliophiles alike, a fun attraction can be found towards the back of the store. Biblio-Mat, the world’s first book vending machine, dispenses a randomly selected vintage book in exchange for a $5 token.
If shoppers aren’t able to visit in-person, they can still view recently acquired and particularly odd novels on the shop’s website.
But What About My Dusty Ole’ Copies?
Have a 20th century read collecting dust on your bookshelf? The Monkey Paw might buy it off your hands. Uncommon books published as late as 1980 are welcome to be considered for second-hand purchase.
Be the hit of the party and brush up on your next obscure conversation starter by perusing this unusual shop at 1067 Bloor Street West.
