Powell’s vs. The Strand: Who is Bigger?

Is Powell’s bigger than the Strand? Strand Books, Manhattan. Home to “”18 miles of books,”” Strand is competing with Powell’s for the title of world’s largest collection of used books. It’s the city’s largest collection of rare books and has an entire floor of art titles. Read more on matadornetwork.com Two of the most recognizable … Read more

The Largest Independent Bookstore: Powell’s City of Books

What is the largest independent bookstore? Powell’s City of Books 1. Powell’s City of Books, Portland (Oregon, USA. This legendary Portland shop is the world’s largest used book store ? the jewel in the crown of what is claimed to be the largest independent chain of bookstores on the planet. Powell’s even provides a map … Read more