The Original Anglo-American Independent Bookstore in Florence

Since 1963, one of the finest English-language bookstores in Italy.

We are proud to offer our customers an extensive selection of Italian interest books; art, cookery, history, coffee-table books, translations from Italian authors, design, fashion, jewelry and much more.

• Bestsellers, paperbacks, fiction and non-fiction, recent travel guides, maps, and phrasebooks.
  
• Childrens' books, new and rare, including classic tales, traditional Italian fairy tales and  folklore.
  
• We have the largest selection in Florence of old and rare books on Italian culture, history and literature.
  
• We also stock a unique collection of English and American vintage teapots, bookends, and other porcelain.
  
• Custom-made gift books for weddings, ceremonies and meetings.
  
• Priority handling for special orders.
  
• We even ship books all over the world.

A warm and friendly reference point for English speaking people, located in central Florence, close to the Westin Excelsior and Grand Hotel.

Come and see us, we will be glad to provide you with practical information and helpful advice.

Open Monday through Saturday 9:30 - 19:30 non-stop.