Fodor's Expert Review The Word

Downtown and the Golden Square Mile Fodor's Choice

Deep in the heart of the McGill University neighborhood, this award-wining Montréal landmark is bursting with used books (including first editions) and specializes in philosophy, poetry, and literature. Despite its dilapidated appearance, the Lilliputian shop is beloved by locals and visitors alike. As celebrated Montreal novelist Heather O'Neill says, "Everyone says a prayer before walking in so that the roof won’t collapse." Open since 1975, the owners shunned modern technology (including a cash register) until just a few years ago. There's not even a sign, so keep your eyes peeled as you walk along Milton, though the bargain books lining the window are a good clue. The Word recently made an appearance in the Netflix movie Pieces of a Woman starring Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf.

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469 rue Milton
Montréal, Québec  H2X 1W3, Canada

514-845–5640

www.wordbookstore.ca

Shop Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

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