The Red Curtain, Bookshop in the Marx Dormoy-La Chapelle neighborhood, Paris, France
Le Rideau rouge is an independent bookshop in the Marx Dormoy-La Chapelle neighborhood of Paris, open since 2004. Its shelves cover a wide range of books, with a focus on social themes and critical thinking.
The bookshop opened in 2004 and positioned itself from the start as a place engaged in the life of the local neighborhood. Since then, it has remained a steady part of the cultural life in Marx Dormoy-La Chapelle.
Le Rideau rouge regularly hosts author talks, poetry evenings, and writing workshops open to everyone. These events take place in a simple and welcoming setting where visitors can speak directly with writers.
The bookshop is open Monday through Saturday and is easy to reach on foot through the neighborhood. Those interested in attending events should register in advance by email, as spots can be limited.
The bookshop runs a shared drop-off spot where visitors can leave their unused plastic or paper bags for others to reuse when shopping. It also has an informal reading group called the Bookclub apér(i)odique, where the only condition to join is having enjoyed the chosen book.
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