Located at James Street in Syracuse, Books and Memories is well-known for the expansive collection of used books it houses, which is deemed to be the largest in all of New York.
The store is a popular haunt from bookworms from all over the state who spend hours here browsing through the eclectic range of titles, many of which are now out-of-print editions. You will also find a large array of pamphlets, LPs and magazines, all of which bear impressively reasonable price tags.
At last count, Books and Memories is reported to have housed well over 150,000 used paperback and hardcover books, more than 50,000 magazines and thousands of pamphlets. The store is also a treasure trove of old board games, many of which are now valued as collectibles!
Staff is friendly, well-informed and will often help you sieve out the particular volume or edition you're looking for. All the merchandise stocked at Books and Memories is in reasonably good shape and prices are largely dependant on the condition of the book you're looking to buy. Spread over multiple levels, this bookstore is definitely not a place to go through if you're in a tearing hurry! Irrespective of whether it's a rare volume you want to buy yourself or a thoughtful gift you're looking for, you're sure to find it all at Books and Memories.
