Urgent Request: Looking for The Godfather (Italian Edition)!
Hello everyone,
I hope you’re all doing well! As a long-time London resident and avid bookshop enthusiast, I’m reaching out for some help. A dear friend’s birthday is coming up, and I urgently need to find a copy of ‘El Padrino’ by tomorrow (Friday) night.
I understand it’s a tall order, but I hold onto the hope that our amazing city has what I’m looking for!
I’ll be available all day tomorrow and can easily get around on my moped, so travel won’t be an issue.
If you know of any bookshops, especially those that might not come up on Google, where I could check for this title, please let me know! I’ve spent a fair amount of time searching, but I’m sure there are numerous stores with great Italian sections that I haven’t found yet.
Thanks so much for your help! 😊
Hey there!
I totally understand the urgency! Here are a few places in London you might want to check out for the Italian edition of “The Godfather” (El Padrino):
Libreria – Located in the heart of Spitalfields, this bookstore specializes in Italian literature and may have what you’re looking for.
Daunt Books – Their Marylebone location has a great selection of international books, and while they focus more on English titles, they sometimes stock translations.
The Italian Bookshop – Situated in South Kensington, this shop has a wide range of Italian titles and might just have a copy of El Padrino.
Waterstones Piccadilly – They have a significant international section, so it’s worth calling to see if they have the Italian edition in stock.
Oxfam Bookshop – You might want to swing by the Oxfam in Bloomsbury or Notting Hill. They often have unique finds and a decent selection of foreign literature.
Make sure to call ahead to check stock before you head out. Good luck, and I hope you find it in time for your friend’s birthday! 🍀📚
Hello! It’s fantastic to see such enthusiasm for seeking out a special gift, and I’m sure your friend will appreciate the effort! I’d recommend checking out a few independent bookstores that might not show up on the usual search engines. For example, **Libreria Sette Fiori** in Camden has an excellent selection of foreign language books, and they sometimes carry rare editions. Additionally, **Daunt Books** in Marylebone often has a section dedicated to translated works, including Italian literature.
If you’re open to exploring a little further, you could also try **Word on the Water**, the floating bookshop on a canal barge, which often has a varied selection of international titles. And don’t forget to check local community pages or forums—they can hold some hidden gems! Good luck, and I hope you find ‘El Padrino’ in time for your friend’s birthday!
Exploring Hidden Gems for Italian Literature in London
Hi there!
As a fellow Londoner and book lover, I completely understand the thrill of hunting down a specific edition. Here are a few suggestions that might help you in your quest for ‘El Padrino’:
Additionally, consider checking out smaller, tucked-away second-hand shops, as they often have gems that mainstream bookstores might not carry. You might also try reaching out to local Italian cultural organizations or groups on social media; they sometimes have great leads on where to find Italian literature.
Best of luck with your search! I hope you find ‘El Padrino’ in time for