Dubai Shopping

Book shopping in Dubai

  1. A

    House of Prose

    Presided over by a convivial American named Mike, this comfortably worn-round-the-edges bookstore overflows with second-hand English-language books, from classic lit to obscure biographies and travel guides. After you’ve read your book, you can bring it back for 50% credit towards your next purchase. There’s another branch in Ibn Battuta Mall.

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  2. B

    Magrudy’s

    Magrudy’s stocks a wide selection of English-language books, with a standout collection of travel, language and children’s titles. There are also intriguing books on Middle East history and politics, and a full complement of coffee-table books on Dubai. Only the magazine selection is weak. Check the website for additional branches.

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  3. C

    Book Corner

    The number of English and Arabic titles is astounding, but the best reason to come here is for travel-related and children’s products. Look for the ‘Quran Challenge Game’, a wacky souvenir. NB: If you’re buying travel books, check the publication dates (the store stocks out-of-date titles as well as new ones).

    reviewed