A second-hand bookshop at 92 Greers Road in Burnside, Christchurch, with a range of New Zealand books, sport, history, transport, maritime, natural world, arts, architecture, design, fiction and non-fiction. The shop's website says it has more than 40,000 new and second-hand books, and specialises in rare and out-of-print titles about New Zealand, including history, te ao Māori, flora and fauna, sport, farming and gardening, travel, and fishing and hunting. It also stocks international titles and children's books, and staff help to source hard-to-find titles. Free shipping within New Zealand applies to orders over $150, and a loyalty programme gives 10% credit towards a next purchase.
Customers say the shop is full of gems, with great prices and well-chosen, reasonably priced books. One visitor has been twice and found something interesting each time. Another rarely leaves without buying something, and another praises the variety and the good service. Our pick in Burnside for a second-hand browse.