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Welcome to The Gently Mad online book shop where you will find a wonderful selection of used and antiquarian books for all tastes. We select our stock with care so we can offer you a varied and interesting selection of titles that are in the best condition we can possibly source.
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The Gently Mad are always interested in buying books. We will consider individual books to large collections and whole libraries. We are particularly interested in fine bindings, publisher's stamped cloth bindings, children's illustrated with a strong lean to fairy tales, myths and legends.

If you have any books you wish to sell then please get in touch. We offer competitive prices for good books in good+ condition.

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