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The Setonian
Culture

War novel falls short of classic

In the past decade, war has again become an important part of the reality of American life. Despite its atrocities, many authors have used war as a useful tool to examine the beauties of humanity.

	Asa Mullins puts away a book in Bird Song on Jan. 23. Bird Song, one of several campus area used bookstores, has had to deal with a structure fire and other economic issues in order to stay afloat.
Culture

Used bookstores down, but not out

Twenty years ago, there were dozens of used bookstores surrounding campus. Though that number shrank significantly, there are still a few places where bookworms can go to indulge in their passion for literature. Bird Song, on University Boulevard and Central Avenue, draws dozens of readers looking to buy or sell books while Book Stop, tucked away on the 3000 block of Silver Avenue, is a brick-and-mortar front to an intimate setting. Despite a shrinking market, used bookstore owners remain optimistic about their futures.

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