St. Mark's Bookshop, Independent bookstore in East Village, New York City, United States
The store featured specialized sections for cultural theory, graphic design, poetry, small press publications, film studies, and international magazines at 136 E 3rd Street.
Founded in 1977 by Bob Contant and Terry McCoy, St. Mark's Bookshop operated in four different locations throughout East Village before closing in 2016.
The establishment published its own list of one hundred essential books to complement the Modern Library List of 100 Best English Novels.
The bookstore maintained late hours until midnight, allowing readers to browse through collections of art theory, politics, philosophy, and literary magazines.
Notable visitors included Jacques Derrida, Daniel Craig, Madonna, and Philip Glass, who appreciated the store's selection of hard-to-find publications.
Inception: 1977
Website: http://stmarksbookshop.com
GPS coordinates: 40.72380,-73.98580
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:47
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