Description
Booklegger: Anecdotal Recollections of a Skid Row Bookseller
By William Maxwell
Booklegger is a gripping memoir that takes you on a wild ride through the gritty world inside and outside of the bookstore. William Maxwell, the former owner of several bookstores in Stockton, CA, shares his experiences, struggles, and triumphs in the book trade. From his encounters with eccentric customers to his dealings with fellow booksellers, Maxwell’s anecdotes are sure to captivate and inspire readers. The memoir offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by those who run bookstores in tough cities and the passion that drives them to keep going. If you’re looking for a thrilling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat, Booklegger is a must-read that will leave you wanting more.
J. Miloslavich (verified owner) –
I just finished Booklegger. It was an enjoyable trip through old Stockton haunts and the people who filled them from about about 1960 to 1990. It was so fascinating to follow Maxwell from a low- or no-paid book rat teenager to a older curmudgeonly bookseller, a story so unique no one else could come close to telling it. There were probably only 100 families who ran Stockton, and his memories are a peek into that world. Booklegger was a delight and a must for those interested in the history of Stockton and books as told through the Harvard Book Store and Maxwell’s BookMark.