Solidaridad Book Shop of F. Sionil José up for sale
According to the Varsitarian, the plan to sell the 59-year old bookstore along Padre Faura Street in the Ermita district was confirmed by Antonio José, one of José's children.
Citing Solidaridad's age and the challenges faced by the National Arists' heirs in managing it, José told the Varsitarian that he hopes whoever buys the store would continue its operations
The decision was announced a few weeks before Solidaridad turns 60 on July 20.
In the nearly six decades since it opened its doors, Solidaridad has been a welcome haven for book lovers, academics, intellectuals and the writing community.
F. Sionil José, who opened the store in 1965, passed away in 2022.
For those wishing to visit what is considered one of Manila's cultural and historical landmarks, Solidaridad Book Shop is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.—RF, GMA Integrated News
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