Aquila Books - Calgary
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based on 8 reviews
Contact Aquila Books
| Address : | 826 16 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2M 0J9, Canada |
| Phone : | 📞 +88 |
| Postal code : | 2 |
| Website : | http://www.aquilabooks.com/ |
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Wanda Wolffe on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I think some of the negative reviews for this place are unfair. My own experience with the store's owner was quite pleasant. He is a bit eccentric and chatty, but incredibly knowledgable and passionate about his business. There is a difference between a used bookstore and an antiquarian bookstore, which I think is something that not everyone appreciates or understands. There are only a few independently owned bookstores left in the city and I really hope this unique one survives!
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Jess Mantoya on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I stopped by to see old oriental maps.
Fellow who runs this store was standing behind my shoulders all the time making crazy comments and basically doing all he could so I leave his store ASAP.
He was asking me personal questions in a very weird way.
Warning to all the females – don’t go alone to this store!
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zamacity61 on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ My favorite book store in Calgary. Great selection of used books, especially non-fiction. I forgot they are only open on Saturdays or by appointment. I can spend hours and dollars here easily!
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Bethany Van Hecke on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ It's been a long time since I actually danced around with excitement when receiving a package in the mail. Thank you Aquila books for my 1st edition collection of poetry by Bliss Carmen, 'New Horizons'. I have been on the lookout for this particular volume of poetry by Bliss for some time, and I was trilled to finally find it on Amazon! I was so quick to purchase it that I didn't even realize it was coming to me from just down the road here in Calgary. It was packaged beautifully. The classic "Aquila Books" label is now a treasured bookmark. Thank you!
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Dan Ell on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ On my first visit I award 3 stars. I have begun to understand that this "rare book" store is truly a "rare bookstore" unique unto itself something to be discovered and treasured for sourcing rareties and antiquities. Limited website and social media presence at this point in time.
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D Y on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ After no less than 6 phone calls over two months. I am no closer to actually securing an appointment for a book appraisal. Every time I call I get a different answer. I'd say forget this place completely if you are looking to do serious business. They are almost never available for appraisals. You'll find yourself calling and calling. Trying to book appointments that never materialize because the guy never shows up. May as well fly to Vancouver to find serious appraisers. Waste of time!
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Crammond Automotive Specialities on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ My favourite book store in Calgary. Many treasures and finds to be had. Truly a five star experience, but I gave four stars only due to the sometimes difficult hours of business.
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Lady H on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I was excited to have found a bookstore near the parts store where I could find some lovely old books as I am a collector. Upon arrival I had asked to use the washroom before starting to explore the books as I was in pain. The store was lovely and the older gentleman kind. I believe we would’ve made fast friends. However, I was unable to use the washroom even after I explained I had just had surgery. This man didn’t care. I am not sure what has happened to humanity but today has made me very sad. Needless to say I didn’t purchase anything; nor waste my time in a place with zero empathy. If you hope to receive even a shred of kindness explore elsewhere. I have never left a poor review before but today I am heartbroken over how far we have fallen as human.
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