A bookstore by X+Living in Shanghai draws shoppers into an urban retreat

Books are making a comeback. Yes, contrary to popular belief, print is far from passé. Try as they may, digital pages simply can’t replace the tactile quality or unique scent of a publication straight from the press. If you have a new copy of
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