Read and relax
Bath has long inspired writers, from Jane Austen to today’s storytellers, and its bookshops are part of that heritage. Mr B’s Emporium is a treasure trove of books, full of colour, character and thoughtful recommendations. Topping & Company feels like a classic library, with rolling ladders, signed editions and endless charm. Persephone Books is quietly elegant, republishing forgotten works, mainly by women, in their distinctive dove grey covers. Nearby, Magalleria is devoted to magazines in every form, from glossy art and design titles to rare, hard-to-find publications.
These shops are more than places to browse. Together with Bath’s exciting calendar of literary events, including the annual Bath Literature Festival, they are part of the city’s fabric and invite you to linger a little longer to discover something new.
