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NameHelen
Date05-05-2009
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MessageI became acquainted with 84 Charing Cross Road through the movie. I watched it with my Dad when I was around 10 years old.

We traveled to the UK in 1987 and Dad and I made a point of visiting 84 Charing Cross Road.

I'd forgotten about the story as I grew up, yet I was an avid book collector, always looking for the books that had 'personal history' rather than any literary value.

When I rediscovered the movie a couple of years ago, I realised why.


NameVictoria
Date13-04-2009
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MessageThank you so much for your efforts in providing this wonderful Website.

Our local grocery store takes in donated books and then sells them to raise money for a local charity. I can't resist going through the books every time I go to the store, and this is where I found this book. Reading it was an unforgettable experience. My husband, who has often said he would love to go to London to search through the old book shops, is enjoying reading it now.

It is very touching how complete strangers can make such a deep and heartfelt connection. Many of the letters brought tears to my eyes. I loved this book and will recommend it to everyone I know who appreciates a good read and a great book.

Thanks again. I especially enjoy the photos. I'll certainly be back often to see if you've gleaned any more related stories. God bless you.



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Namethomas simunsen
Date08-04-2009
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MessageI have a story to tell.
About 1990 I was ill in hospital for a few weeks. I was in my early 20's and shared a room with an elderly Gent (70's)As we where the longest serving 'inmates' in our 4 bed room we struck up a friendship. Being a 'young man' I had several visitors daily sadly he did not, only for a few on the weekend. I had the TV connected while the gent preferred to read and listen to his radio.

One night while flicking through the channels I passed the film 84 Charing Cross Road.
He asked to stop and watch it. I asked what it was about his brief explanation left me a little wary of its ability to hold my interest without a gun being fired or a drop of blood spilt.
I was mesmerised and loved it.

2 days later the gent was moved to another ward as he had become more unwell. I readied to go home and asked how he was, to be told he had passed away. I was numb. Sadly I can't remember his name anymore nor see his face, but the moment we shared watching this film has stuck with me clear as a bell. I have children and a family now and my eldest loves it (12 yrs)
Thanks
Thomas


Namezheng tao
Date28-03-2009
Messageafter reading <84charingcrossroade>,i`m touched.ijust wangted to know more background about the bookstore.that`s why i`m being here!!!!


NameQingyang Mo
Date25-03-2009
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MessageJust finished the book and out of curiosity tried this website as mentioned in the notes added by the translator (I guess). And your website presents vividly the whole place and all the people. Next time when I'm in London, this is a must-see. BTW, I love the story of Daphne and how the family got to know the book later. She was so lovely and also the one whose life experiences behind the book I was most curious about anyway. Another book could have begun.


Namememendezjkls
Date23-03-2009
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Messagegreat comment dude, I think you are right


NameCarlota Vasconcelos
Date22-03-2009
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MessageWas a pleasure to know about this site. The book of Helene is a delight that I just found recently. What a wonderful gift she made for us all! P.S. I'm sorry about my english, I'm still learning. I hope you may understand me. Great work with the site!


Namejohn william tuohy
Date17-02-2009
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MessageNice job on the site, wehn I'm in Manhattan again, I'll snap some photos and send them along


NameCatherine
Date31-01-2009
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MessageThis is high on my list of favorites, and it has been all too long since I have seen it. I have been waiting for the DVD. And, to my delight, the wait ended this afternoon. Now, it's a special pleasure to find a website devoted to "Charing Cross." I'll spend some time reading others' thoughts, in preparation for viewing this evening.


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