Bookstores and beyond |
The city falls woefully short of public spaces to read and consume literature. Sutradhaars Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora wonder if this can be addressed in a metropolis where time and space matter most
Lady Flora and Sir PM discuss the lack of independent bookstores in south Mumbai, while taking a stroll near the iconic Asiatic Library. Illustration/Uday Mohite
There you are, Pheroze! You’ve found a new space to read,” remarked Lady Flora, as she spotted her friend poring over a book on a bench inside the Horniman Circle Garden. “It’s rather quiet here, My Lady. I never imagined it would make for a blissful experience in the heart of buzzing Fort. As it is, the missus keeps telling me to step out more often, and get some fresh air, away from those musty bookshelves at home, which dare I say, I’ve neglected by not giving a thorough dusting. I’d better get to it before Navroze this year,” he reminded himself.
“Pheroze, perhaps, we could head to Kitabkhana together? I spend hours there. I had........