It's easy to miss it, so make sure you don't.

How could I have walked past this place numerous times and not go in? I guess I was too distracted with the Notre Dame Cathedral on the other side. This little topsy turvy bookstore doubles as a free hostel for aspiring writers and public library, and is a museum in itself. I hope you enjoy your virtual visit of Shakespeare & Company.


I was lucky enough to see the legendary George Whitman sitting outside on a bench twirling his keys and probably thinking about the next book to read. He's the gentleman on the right.