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A World of Bookish Places: Travel Inspiration for Book Lovers
'A World of Bookish Places is an atlas of wonder and a testament to the endless places...
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'A World of Bookish Places is an atlas of wonder and a testament to the endless places your curiosity can take you.' Strand Book Store, New York City If you've ever planned a trip around a bookstore, sought out a hidden library, or detoured for a literary landmark, this book is for you. Created by people who feel the same, A World of Bookish Places is a celebration of literary travel, written for book lovers who love to travel and travelers who love books. You'll discover: - A beautifully designed gift book, featuring a foil-rich cover, ribbon marker, marble-effect endpapers, and illustrations throughout
- A collection of 35 iconic literary cities, including London, New York, Paris, Chicago, and Washington, DC - plus an additional 24 bookish cities in the book's directory
- Must-visit book nooks and landmarks, like cozy indie bookstores, welcoming libraries, historic author homes, and literary cafés
- Expert input from book-loving travel writers, booksellers, bloggers, and DK's very own editorial team
- Gorgeous photography and bespoke illustrations that capture the unique atmosphere and aesthetic of every destination
- Curated reading lists for each city, featuring the essential fiction, non-fiction, and poetry to whet your appetite for each city
- Literary walking tours with illustrated maps, including a walk through Dante's Florence, an hour's stroll through Jimbocho Book Town in Tokyo, and an on-foot tour of the Harlem Renaissance in New York City
- Spotlights on beloved book towns and regions, such as Hay-on-Wye in the UK, Aracataca in Colombia, and Concord, Massachusetts in the US Whether you're planning your next city break, curating your coffee table book collection, or searching for travel gifts for the book lover in your life, A World of Bookish Places invites you to embark on a truly novel adventure. DK would like to thank all the bookish folk who helped put this book together: Mark Baker, Jenn Barger, Marta Bescos, Nicola Brady, Lucy Bryson, Camila Daza, Jennifer Fernández Solano, Lucie Grace, Mary Gray, Laura Hall, Rebecca Hallett, Rachel Laidler, Thomas Lampon-Masters, Jess Lee, Martha Olivia, Rachel Preece, Alex Rennie, Jacqueline Salome, Lucy Sara-Kelly, Kristen Shoates, and Charles Usher.
Author: Dk Travel
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 09/22/2026
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 8.60h x 6.60w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9798217310807
About the Author
Instantly recognizable for our bold visual design, DK Travel has been helping people explore the world for over 30 years. From our classic DK Eyewitness guides to the utterly unique Top 10 pocket series, our practical books combine striking photography, cultural insights, and best-in-class maps to make every trip special. And that's only part of our story. We also publish inspiring coffee-table collections and stories that celebrate the people, places, and passions that fuel your armchair wanderlust. Whether you're dreaming, planning, or reminiscing, DK Travel brings the world to you, wherever you want to go.
- A collection of 35 iconic literary cities, including London, New York, Paris, Chicago, and Washington, DC - plus an additional 24 bookish cities in the book's directory
- Must-visit book nooks and landmarks, like cozy indie bookstores, welcoming libraries, historic author homes, and literary cafés
- Expert input from book-loving travel writers, booksellers, bloggers, and DK's very own editorial team
- Gorgeous photography and bespoke illustrations that capture the unique atmosphere and aesthetic of every destination
- Curated reading lists for each city, featuring the essential fiction, non-fiction, and poetry to whet your appetite for each city
- Literary walking tours with illustrated maps, including a walk through Dante's Florence, an hour's stroll through Jimbocho Book Town in Tokyo, and an on-foot tour of the Harlem Renaissance in New York City
- Spotlights on beloved book towns and regions, such as Hay-on-Wye in the UK, Aracataca in Colombia, and Concord, Massachusetts in the US Whether you're planning your next city break, curating your coffee table book collection, or searching for travel gifts for the book lover in your life, A World of Bookish Places invites you to embark on a truly novel adventure. DK would like to thank all the bookish folk who helped put this book together: Mark Baker, Jenn Barger, Marta Bescos, Nicola Brady, Lucy Bryson, Camila Daza, Jennifer Fernández Solano, Lucie Grace, Mary Gray, Laura Hall, Rebecca Hallett, Rachel Laidler, Thomas Lampon-Masters, Jess Lee, Martha Olivia, Rachel Preece, Alex Rennie, Jacqueline Salome, Lucy Sara-Kelly, Kristen Shoates, and Charles Usher.
Author: Dk Travel
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 09/22/2026
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 8.60h x 6.60w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9798217310807
About the Author
Instantly recognizable for our bold visual design, DK Travel has been helping people explore the world for over 30 years. From our classic DK Eyewitness guides to the utterly unique Top 10 pocket series, our practical books combine striking photography, cultural insights, and best-in-class maps to make every trip special. And that's only part of our story. We also publish inspiring coffee-table collections and stories that celebrate the people, places, and passions that fuel your armchair wanderlust. Whether you're dreaming, planning, or reminiscing, DK Travel brings the world to you, wherever you want to go.
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