84 Charing Cross Road

84 Charing Cross Road A cosy reading nook.

Frontispiece "The Tailor Mouse" by Beatrix Potter, c.1902.
28/07/2026

Frontispiece "The Tailor Mouse" by Beatrix Potter, c.1902.

Among the many treasures held at the John Rylands Library, German MS 3 (The "Sammlung Alchymistischer Schriften"), stan...
27/07/2026

Among the many treasures held at the John Rylands Library, German MS 3 (The "Sammlung Alchymistischer Schriften"), stands out as one of the most enigmatic, challenging and beautiful manuscripts in the collections.
Dated to 1767, this 18th-century volume is filled with Hermetic texts and striking alchemical imagery.

A farmer buring the hoof of a horse before shoeing it in Scotland, 1921.📸 William Reid
27/07/2026

A farmer buring the hoof of a horse before shoeing it in Scotland, 1921.

📸 William Reid

Watkins Books, established in 1893 by John M. Watkins, is one of London’s oldest and most revered esoteric bookshops. Lo...
26/07/2026

Watkins Books, established in 1893 by John M. Watkins, is one of London’s oldest and most revered esoteric bookshops. Located in the heart of Covent Garden, this shop specializes in books on spirituality, mysticism, occultism, and alternative healing. It has served as a gathering place for notable figures in the spiritual and literary communities, including Aleister Crowley and W.B. Yeats.
Watkins Books continues to be a beacon for those seeking knowledge and wisdom in the mystical arts.

📸 realrobbentley

- The 10 Rules of Biscuits -1 When opening a packet, any broken biscuits must be consumed immediately.2 Never dunk a bis...
24/07/2026

- The 10 Rules of Biscuits -

1 When opening a packet, any broken biscuits must be consumed immediately.
2 Never dunk a biscuit for too long; you will ruin both your biscuit and your tea. Double sadness.
3 Always offer biscuits to guests, even if they claim they’re not interested (they’re probably fibbing).
4 Don’t be the person who snatches the last
biscuit of a kind unless you’re prepared to face the consequences – i.e., a new enemy.
5 Always offer a hot drink with biscuits, obviously.
6 Bring out a posh selection of biscuits (metal tin, two layers separated by a sheet of springy purple cardboard, usually called a ‘selection’) for special occasions.
7 Always pretend you haven’t seen a plate of biscuits being passed around until they’re offered to you, then act pleasantly surprised.
8 Utilise the phrases ‘I really mustn’t’, ‘Ooh, go on then’ and ‘If you’re having one’.
9 Wrap biscuits up when not in use, either by pushing the open packet up against a wall, or by using a jar, tin or box.
10 Always have more biscuits in stock than you think you need. Never run out. Running out of biscuits is like running out of air: not ideal.

From "Britain According to Very British Problems" by Rob Temple.

Gladstone’s , founded in 1895 by William Ewart , the former British Prime Minister, is the only residential library in...
20/07/2026

Gladstone’s , founded in 1895 by William Ewart , the former British Prime Minister, is the only residential library in the United Kingdom. Located in the serene village of , it houses over 150,000 works, including Gladstone's personal collection of 32,000 books.
The library is a marvel of Gothic Revival architecture, with its grand reading rooms, intricate woodwork, and quiet alcoves designed to inspire reflection and study.
Interesting fact: visitors can stay overnight in one of the library’s charming rooms, immersing themselves in the tranquil literary atmosphere.

📸 Bookishbecca

Morning everyone. Today is a . Why don't we try telling ourselves it's our favourite day of the week? We hope you all h...
20/07/2026

Morning everyone. Today is a . Why don't we try telling ourselves it's our favourite day of the week?
We hope you all have more than our little bored Norman soldier standing guard in the margin after almost a thousand years.

Shelfmark: Bodleian Library MS. Lat. liturg. b. 2 f.35v

Brick Lane Bookshop, established in 1978 by a group of local activists, stands as a testament to the vibrant and diverse...
18/07/2026

Brick Lane Bookshop, established in 1978 by a group of local activists, stands as a testament to the vibrant and diverse community of London’s East End. Initially founded to serve as a community resource, the bookshop has evolved into a cherished cultural institution, renowned for its extensive collection of books reflecting the rich tapestry of local history and multiculturalism.
The shop's architecture, with its modest yet inviting facade, preserves the charm of the historic Brick Lane while offering a cozy refuge for book lovers.

📸 thelittleinglenook

Bone of contention.
17/07/2026

Bone of contention.

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