192 Books

West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District


This small indie bookstore in the thick of the gallery district shelves great selections of fiction, history, travel, art and criticism. Rotating art exhibits, during which the owners organize special displays of books related to the featured show or artist, are a treat. Frequent readings feature acclaimed authors and intellectuals.


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