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Grolier Poetry Book Shop

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 69 attractions in Cambridge
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Attraction type: Specialty shop, Other
Activities: Shopping
Address: 6 Plympton St Cambridge, MA 02138
Tel: 617 547 4648
Fax: 617 547 4230

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Reviews of Grolier Poetry Book Shop

( 1-5 of 5 )
Jan 17, 2007

It's true, there has been a change at Grolier, and I highly recommend this bookstore which features poetry and only poetry. If you love poetry and are looking for that obscure or famous poet in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, you will find this place to your liking. more

Jun 27, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

In the heart of the historic "square", just across and a bit down the street from Harvard's Widener Library, this historic and indepedent book shop has a pleasing "bookish" ambience. The collection of American poetry is very good, perhaps the best in the area. Other national collections are improving. The new owner cares about poetry and unlike some previous inhabitants,... more

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4 of 5 stars
cambridge, U.K.
Jun 4, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

I agree with people's criticisms of the previous owner of Groller book shop. I too have had the worst of experiences dealing with her. But, alas, she sold the store and there is new, improved management. So.....if the concern was the obnoxious and arrogant owner, there is no longer the fear of walking in the store. Should also mention that... more

Dec 12, 2005
3/4 found this review helpful

Harvard Square is a terrific location, full of fabulous bookstores, take a day and browse them all. But skip right past the Grolier, it isn't worth pushing the door open, even you love poetry. I wasn't all the way in the door yet when the owner asked me what I wanted. I said I wanted to look around and was... more

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1 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinois
May 29, 2005
7/7 found this review helpful

Owner is abrasive, hate-filled, and mean to customers. Browsing not allowed. There's a reason why Amazon is so much more successful...not only do they have more poetry titles, they offer friendly customer service. For a good all poetry bookstore, visit Open Books in Seattle. more

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6 Plympton St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Tel: 617 547 4648 Fax: 617 547 4230