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Mississippian general independent bookstore
Square Books is a general independent bookstore in three separate historic buildings on the town square of Oxford, Mississippi, widely known among readers as the hub of William Faulkner's "postage stamp of native soil," Yoknapatawpha. The main store, Square Books, is in a two-story building with a cafe and balcony on the second floor; Off Square Books is a few doors down from the main store and has lifestyle sections such as gardening and cookbooks; and Square Books Jr, the children's bookstore, is in a building adjacent to the historic Neilson's Department Store, which has continuously operated since 1839. Square Books is known for its strong selection of literary fiction, books on the American South and by Southern writers, a large inventory of bargain books, and its emphasis on books for children. The store hosts the popular Thacker Mountain radio show and over 150 author events a year, and is a founding co-sponsor of the Oxford Conference for the Book.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 34.367, -89.519
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
Overview of Oxford
Located in Mississippi, United States, Oxford is best described as a destination. The activity mix leans towards nightlife and adventure. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters.
Things to do in Oxford
Nightlife in Oxford
(3)On the nightlife side, Oxford offers Bars, Disco and Pubs. Everything listed here comes from what Oxford is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Adventure in Oxford
(1)Adventure lovers get Abseiling. Everything listed here comes from what Oxford is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Oxford
The cultural and nightlife layer works whatever the month.
Getting there & around
Access Oxford through a larger town in Mississippi; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is America/Chicago.
Similar destinations
Places near Oxford that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Oxford known for?
- Oxford is mainly a destination for nightlife and adventure, set in Mississippi, United States.
- What can you do in Oxford?
- You can plan around Bars, Disco, Pubs and Abseiling in Oxford. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- When is the best time to visit Oxford?
- The cultural and nightlife layer works whatever the month.
- Where is Oxford located?
- Administratively, Oxford sits in Mississippi, United States — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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