1/4 Price Books

Old and Rare books are sold here. They buy very few books at this time and the few they do buy have to be special or rare. No need bringing your New.. Old books here .One customer wanted to sell some new books or donate them. Th Gent was kind enough to tell the customer the names of a few local places he cn check with. Most people that entered were greeted nicely. The gentleman behind the counter share a little story.. history with one of the customers. He seems to enjoy sharing his wisdom and knowledge. I came in with a Trader Joe's recyclable bag to carry my tablet in so it would be out of the heat 100 degree. It may have bother the gentle man. But, I was able to look at everything in peace. It just got a little awkward towards the end of my visit. I was pretty excited about entering this book store.Over the week I was searching online for some OLD Special books from people that are long gone ~ dead. So I was hoping, maybe I would find one here. I didn't. I do have some old rare books at home, I'd have to call the store 1st before making the long drive back into this area, to see if they would buy them. This is a Great Book Store for this area. Come ~> Buy Some Books

5 or 6 years ago, I had the opportunity to buy the entire set of The Story of Civilization from another bookstore. Long story short, someone else beat me to it and purchased all the books. Not only did I blow the deal but it is very difficult to find even a few volumes, much less the set in its entirety. Well, today, with the help of the great folks at 1/4 Price Books, I've redeemed myself with this set of the 1954 printing of the anthology. Plus, I got the original book covers. I ended getting a far rarer set than I originally would've and it was still a spectacular bargain compared to their intrinsic value. Many years ago, I purchased a set of 1st edition Winston Churchill's The Second World War from 1/4 price books, and it was the same phenomenal experience that I had today. The truly amazing aspect of both situations is that I spent years trying to collect each of the entire anthologies, but each time, within less than a minute of speaking to the owner at 1/4 Price Books. He led to the complete sets. If you're a true bibliophile or just have an appreciation for historically significant works, there is no better place than 1/4 Price Books to find your Holy Grail.

The store is small but jam packed with books. Most books are sorted and the manager even puts up tags on ones they find interesting or good reads. They have just about everything from philosophy to history to fiction novels. Definitely worth checking out. The manager can help point you in the right direction but its up to your "bookdar" to find something you want to read. You can spend hours here just looking through the multiple books with multiple languages. Even the older leather bound books are available and some older than the store itself. Student, teacher, writer, reader, whatever you are you're bound to find something good here. If not, try again the next day!

You can spend HOURS here looking through the tall piles of books. In addition to regular books, they also have some first editions available. The prices are reasonable. Also everything is organized by category. There's something in here for everyone. Parking is a bit tricky due to the construction so you may have to park on the side of the building.

This is the best bookstore in the country for book lovers. First editions, out of print, selections you will not find anywhere else. I travel all over the country frequently and I haven't seen anything like this selection, anywhere. I had the honor of speaking with the owner for some time during my visit there about the book I purchased and the way they source their book collections. I walked away from here a wiser person. Some of the most influential people in the country -who are book lovers and have their own personal book collections-visit here on the down low, seriously. Just an incredible experience. I found a jewel to add to my book collection that I will pass down to my children. Do your soul and mind a favor and visit here.

Larry is an elite Houston icon. If you’re interested in anything you think has a book written about it… come here and stay awhile. Keep an eye out and an open mind to something new here in this amazing shop! Ask to hear some houston history.

Hidden gem in Houston, worth the effort to find it. Great, eclectic collection of rarities, first eds, bound, venerable editions of some truly good books at amazing prices.Owned by a sprightly, white haired young man, who is a great conversationalist and a true lover of books for many decades. I only wish I had more time to spend in the store, but I happened to find myself here on the way to the airport. Something to look forward to on my next visit to Houston.

Very nice used book store! Lots of unique book options, genres were clearly labeled, and the owner was very kind and helpful. I would definitely recommend supporting them! There are some parking spaces - not a ton and there is some construction in this area, but it was still fairly easy to get to / access and I found a spot to park easily.

I have been coming to this store for many, many years. If you’re looking for rare, antique, art, first editions, and unique books, look no further! The owner has an encyclopedic knowledge of his vast inventory and is very helpful. I love coming here and I always find something new to add to my collection.

A beautiful gem. This book store is organized and contains quality literature. The prices are great and the gentleman at the entrance is very kind and helpful; I will definitely be returning.