Readings at State Library Victoria
Readings is an independent retailer of books, music and films, with six shops operating in Melbourne.
The State Library Victoria store is the first permanent commercial bookshop in the Library’s 150-plus years of operation. The building is Australia's oldest public library and one of Victoria's great treasures.
Readings also has a popular website where you’ll find a range of ebooks for sale.
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Readings State Library
285-321 Russell St
Melbourne 3000
Only In The City
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Readings offers an outstanding range of products, from cutting-edge music and DVDs to classic texts.