Secondhand bookshop in Cape Town, since 1957
Clarke's Bookshop
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View the OpenStreetMap record- Where is Clarke's Bookshop?
Clarke's Bookshop is listed in Cape Town, South Africa. The recorded address is 199 Long Street, Cape Town 8001.
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The Atlas records it as a secondhand bookshop. Listed interests include Africana, Southern African history, Secondhand & new. These categories describe the shop rather than its live stock. Contact it directly about a particular title or edition.
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Recorded opening hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; Sat 09:30–13:00; Sun Closed. Public holidays, events and temporary closures can change these hours. Confirm directly before making a special trip.
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