Remember when book stores simply sold books? Custom built for the anti-Book Club league, Babylon Falling in Lower Nob Hill is the antithesis to the bloated book warehouse. Inspired from Rasta ideology, the name Babylon Falling suggests that, while “oppression exists there is hope and beauty in the struggle,” says Jamaican-born shop owner Sean Stewart. Stewart caters to a niche literary market with subjects ranging from anarchism to Native American history to eco-activism. Stewart is a careful buyer and carries just what the new cognoscenti’ demands: both titles you know (or should), as well as lesser known cross references for context. No BS bestsellers about designer-clad Lucifers, no acacia-berry smoothies, just good books. Rejoice.
Address: 1017 Bush St
Phone: 415-345-1017
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