The text under the 'Open' sign on the door sets the tone: "a book must be the axe for the frozen sea within us", Kafka. Books are loved here, not seen as disposable time-wasters. (Geography gives the quote its own resonance too, given that from here there's pretty much nothing between you and Argentina unless you miss your turn and hit the Antarctic.)

Along with the excellent selection of titles, there's thoughtful advice on what to read, for those who'd like it.

One whole wall is devoted to local writers. Another wall, has an eerie slope away from floor to ceiling - perhaps it's to put all those salt dogs stocking up for their next journey at their ease. This is authentic book discovery at its best.

Whether you're searching for something specific or just looking for a new literary axe, you'll find it here. Not to be missed!