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Marcus Books

Book store · Longfellow ·

Marcus Books

Book store · Longfellow ·
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The nation’s oldest Black-owned independent bookstore, family-run since 1960. A cultural anchor hosting author talks and community events, often spotlighted by travel and news outlets for its enduring influence.

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Historic Black-owned bookstore specializing in Black authors & history

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3900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609 Get directions

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Historic Black-owned bookstore specializing in Black authors & history

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3900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609 Get directions

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