Without exagertion this is the closest to a fantasy I have ever experienced. As soon as you cross the threshold your nose is assaulted with the most charming old book smell known to man.
Was in love instantly.
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The dessicated forms of past knowledge-seekers had turned into mortar, holding up the precarious walls of ancient books.
“Join us,” they whispered.
“Eww,” I replied. “Gross.”
I had my photographs.