Blue Whale Books

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115 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Used and rare books, old maps and prints, from the 1500s to today. Since 1994.

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Abby S.
4/27/2022

I have lived here for five years, and have been coming to Blue Whale for even longer! The owners and staff are incredibly kind and helpful, always willing to point you in the direction of what...

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Lincoln T.
2/10/2024

Blue whale books is a super aesthetically pleasing bookstore focused on historical and nonfiction literature. The store is organized very well with clear labels and signs designating each area of...

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Rachael R.
7/17/2023

A very fun and eclectic bookshop in downtown Cville. We stopped in to look around and had a lot of fun checking out the books and art/drawings. The woman working there was also very kind and helpful.

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Pam W.
1/5/2020

While we did find some books, I was bothered by the owners overly watchful eye. He made me feel like a thief. I can afford a book, dude. My husband is a fan of sci-fi and the sci-fi books are in...

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Sarena R.
3/10/2023

Great selection of prints and books! Wish there were more historical science books from the greats, but great selection of modern books regardless. Lovely time browsing!

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