James Zychowicz

Review of Unabridged Books

Unabridged Books is a world-class bookstore that o...

Unabridged Books is a world-class bookstore that offers a huge selection of current and classic books in various subjects. It's the kind of place people used to associate with New York City, and it's here in Chicago. The front of the store is full of recent titles so that you can browse the offerings easily. The staff is very helpful in working with you to find what you need or to make suggestions. It's one of those rare places where you sometimes purchase much more than you expected and at the same time want to come back for more, because the offerings and atmosphere are so inviting. Unabridged has a full selection of Penguin books, Modern Library edition, and other standard sets. The literature section is unbeatable and stands out from many chain stores in the depth of coverage. Cookbooks are amazing, and it's hard to imagine a better selection of titles in a specialty shop, let alone a comprehensive bookstore like this one. Science fiction and fantasy is equally rich, as is the section on mysteries. Graphic novels and manga are also offered. DOn't miss the section on biography and the number of signed titles that are offered at no additional cost. The bookstore has a rich selection of gay and lesbian titles, and the discounted offerings are worth a browse. It's a fantastic store that must be seen. If you do not know it, visit it soon!