The Edge of the World is Penzance’s leading independent bookshop. We have a fantastic variety of volumes, from classic novels to quirky novelties, and plenty of local and Cornish books too. We also sell cards, stationary and gifts, and can very quickly order in any books that we don’t have in stock.
The Edge of the World actively with Plastic Free Penzance and local environmental schemes to assess and reduce their environmental impact.
“Before we opened the bookshop eight year’s ago we thought about the environmental impact of the business and were keen to make sure we were as ethical as possible. We all have to do our bit for the environment and books are still the most environmentally friendly way to read.”
“We have a large selection of books about the natural world and how to protect it. Knowledge and action are the way out of the mess we are in and there are some great books about how to live plastic-free, build ponds, plant trees and rewild.”