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A Bookworm’s Delight: 9 Places to Buy Books in Egypt

August 25, 2021
Photo credit: NY Daily News

Few things in life can delight a bookworm more than discovering a new bookstore. Looking at shelves stocked with titles upon titles opens a world of possibilities, and the rush of taking home a new book and opening it for the first time is indescribable. If you’re like me, this list offers good news and bad news, because we all know how guilt-inducing it is to buy new books when there are so many yet to be opened at home. Maybe it’ll be the push you need to finish that thriller that’s been on your nightstand for a month! Shorouk Bookstore With seven branches extending from 6th of October to New Cairo (but, ironically, not in Al Shorouk), Shorouk Bookstore has acquired a large and loyal fanbase since its opening due to its large variety of English and Arabic titles. The Shorouk website includes all their latest additions, so it’s convenient if you’re looking for something specific. Plus, they deliver! Al Maadi Used Books Described as a book lover’s dream, Al Maadi Used Books is a sight for sore eyes with seemingly endless rows of books in several languages, all…


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