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1. • • In 1995, Blackwell's became the first bookshop in the UK to allow its customers to purchase online from a catalogue of over 150,000 titles, and opened a flagship shop in London the same year, at 100 Charing Cross Road, which is now one of the company's six most prominent shops.
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   Does Blackwell's have a bookshop?

   • Blackwell’s has long been more than just a bookshop; it has served as a cultural and intellectual hub in Oxford. The store regularly hosts events such as book signings, readings, and discussions with authors and academics.

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   When did Blackwell's bookshop open?

   • Blackwell's Bookshop first opened its doors in 1879 on Broad Street, Oxford. They have been trading continuously from there ever since. Blackwell’s Bookshop in Oxford is one of the most famous and historic bookstores in the world.

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   Who opened Blackwell's bookshop in Oxford?

   • Blackwell’s Bookshop in Oxford is one of the most famous and historic bookstores in the world. Founded in 1879 by Benjamin Henry Blackwell, it has become a landmark not only in Oxford but also in the literary world. The shop was originally opened by Benjamin Henry Blackwell, who was the son of a bookseller.

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   Where did Benjamin Henry Blackwell open a bookshop?

   • The Gaffer's Office, Blackwell's, Oxford in 2016. On New Year's Day in 1879, Blackwell's was founded – Benjamin Henry Blackwell opened his bookshop at 50 Broad Street, in a room 12ft square. This is a photo taken of the Benjamin Henry Blackwell portrait in the 'Gaffer's office' on the second floor of Blackwell's in Oxford.

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   Where is the first bookcase fitted in the Blackwell's shop?

   • When you visit the Blackwell's shop in Oxford, you can still see the first bookcase fitted in the shop. It's on the first floor at the top of the stairs and has a small plaque on it. Basil Blackwell (Benjamin's son) joins the family business. Blackwell's donates books for troops serving in the First World War.

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   Should I visit Blackwell's books?

   • Slight drawback that the toilets are on a different floor to the coffee shop. If your travels take you to Oxford. England, then you must make time to visit Blackwell's Books. Head straight for the lower floor where there is a giant room filled with almost every book you can imagine and then some.

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   Discover Blackwell's. The History and Heritage of an Oxford Family Bookshop. The first bookshop opened by a member of the Blackwell family was in Oxford but was actually in 1846.

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   Delivery included to the United States. Trading since 1879, Blackwell of Oxford is the largest academic and specialist bookseller in the UK. Fast dispatch, carefully packaged, worldwide delivery.

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   Blackwell's took over the Heffers bookshops in Cambridge in 1999, and in 2002 acquired the academic bookshops of James Thin in Scotland. Both the Oxford and London flagship shops have won Bookseller of the Year at the British Book Awards. [4]

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   Welcome to Blackwell's. Oxford Booksellers since 1879. Delivery included to the United States. Millions of titles available. Books packed with care. Friendly, human, support should you need it.

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   Blackwell’s have three shops in the area but the largest is near the corner of Turl Street and Broad Street. I thought they had a good range of books and knowledgeable staff. It also has one of Antony Gormley’s statues on the roof.

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   • Location: 48-51 Broad Street

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   Blackwell’s has long been more than just a bookshop; it has served as a cultural and intellectual hub in Oxford. The store regularly hosts events such as book signings, readings, and discussions with authors and academics.

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    Aug 11, 2020 · BLACKWELL'S bookshop is one of Oxford's most iconic landmarks and attracts thousands of visitors from across the world every year. The Broad Street store began trading in 1879 and continues...