Square Books

Top choice in Mississippi


Square Books, one of the South's great independent bookstores, is the epicenter of Oxford's lively literary scene and a frequent stop for traveling authors. There's a cafe and balcony upstairs, along with an immense section devoted to Faulkner.

Two offshoots, Off Square Books, featuring lifestyle books, and Square Books, Jr (111 Courthouse Sq), for kids, are in separate buildings on the square but just steps away from the mothership.


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Nearby Mississippi attractions

1. University of Mississippi Museum

0.38 MILES

This museum has fine and folk arts and a plethora of science-related marvels, including a microscope and electromagnet from the 19th century.

2. Rowan Oak

0.53 MILES

Literary pilgrims head here to the graceful 1840s home of William Faulkner. He authored many brilliant and dense novels set in Mississippi, and his work…