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Cairo’s main streets have become mostly unfriendly to pedestrians – with much local disgruntlement. Nonetheless, walking in Heliopolis, Masr El Gedida, across its squares and through its landmarks, is still a staple activity in the beloved district. Those that walk through its century-old streets may have come across a bookstore or two. Some are well-known, others not so much. There are not many all-purpose bookstores in Heliopolis. Grabbing some of my eidiyya (Eid gift) money, which, apparently, you only stop…
