Cody's Books: The Life and Times of a Berkeley Bookstore, by Pat Cody
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"Cody's Books: The Life and Times of a Berkeley Bookstore" by Pat Cody offers an engaging memoir reflecting on the establishment and evolution of Cody's Books from 1956 to 1977. The narrative begins with the challenges of launching the independent bookstore with limited resources, focusing initially on trade paperbacks. As the store expanded, it diversified offerings, notably with European art calendars, significantly bolstering its revenue. Engaging deeply with Berkeley's political climate, the bookstore supported movements like anti-Vietnam protests, weathering direct repercussions such as police tear gas during the People's Park demonstrations. The memoir highlights the resilience required to navigate various setbacks, illustrating the."
Very mild shelfwear.
Chronicle Books
Paperback
ISBN: 0811801403
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"Cody's Books: The Life and Times of a Berkeley Bookstore" by Pat Cody offers an engaging memoir reflecting on the establishment and evolution of Cody's Books from 1956 to 1977. The narrative begins with the challenges of launching the independent bookstore with limited resources, focusing initially on trade paperbacks. As the store expanded, it diversified offerings, notably with European art calendars, significantly bolstering its revenue. Engaging deeply with Berkeley's political climate, the bookstore supported movements like anti-Vietnam protests, weathering direct repercussions such as police tear gas during the People's Park demonstrations. The memoir highlights the resilience required to navigate various setbacks, illustrating the."
Very mild shelfwear.
Chronicle Books
Paperback
ISBN: 0811801403
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