It's so sad that bookstores are closing all the time. I hope books don't go away. I hope this bookstore stays for a very long time

@aus-li

4 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry, books won’t go away. On another note, I do think they’re useless, at least to me.

@proasethkong8316

4 жыл бұрын

I bet u don’t even read boooks

@dark6.6E-34

4 жыл бұрын

@@ih-1509 I hope you are being ironic

@dark6.6E-34

4 жыл бұрын

@@ih-1509 The abundancy of brainlets along with the lack of context in comment sections makes it hard to spot ironic or sarcastic phrases

@benwyness148

4 жыл бұрын

VoidX why? Ebooks are garbage

Don’t buy books on Amazon, buy books at your local bookstore.

@rena2836

4 жыл бұрын

This is a second hand book shop.

@thaothelazycat930

4 жыл бұрын

From my experience in buying books both from Amazon and in bookstores, I would argue Amazon provides a greater quantity and more diverse selection of books than bookstores can offer. Bookstores are contained within a physical space, and the number of titles in a bookstore is limited to what can be exhibited on shelf space and what can be stored in inventory. Furthermore, most books sold in bookstores are published in one language. Amazon, on the other hand, is not constrained by finite physical space given its online nature. It can arrive at book titles from a variety of locations instead of just one location. An obscure play or philosophical treatise from 300 years ago can be easily found on Amazon whereas bookstores won't have that title. Even books in foreign languages like Chinese can be bought from Amazon although the selection is a little limited. Then again, I am arguing strictly in terms of Amazon being more advantageous in buying books, not for accessing books in general. If I were to state the most favorable option for accessing books in general, it would be the public library, provided one's local government devotes enough resources towards maintaining a large and diverse collection of books. It offers much diversity and availability in the selection of books, especially for those who don't have the luxury of possessing books indefinitely.

@uku5252

4 жыл бұрын

@@marcyinug7026 why not mate?

@uku5252

4 жыл бұрын

@@marcyinug7026 huh, I don't get it

@naufaljulianto6377

4 жыл бұрын

@@pflh2391 thats not true

This looks like a wonderful book store I hope it never goes away

It’s like a universe of books. There’s a different world in each of them that you have to explore

@icewallowcome9929

4 жыл бұрын

Are you one of the Lego Star Wars The Complete Saga army who faught to get Charlie to play it?

Let's not let modern day make us forget about the wonder of books.

@leperv4423

4 жыл бұрын

You know the only difference between an e-book and actual book is paper? If I would give you Hamlet on my phone and in a book you wouldn't say one is worse than the other.Like why

@lightningmcqueen4078

4 жыл бұрын

@@leperv4423 While you may prove some points, there's just this nice sensation when reading a book. I would see a book to be more exciting to be on than rather a phone. On top of all of that phones are much more used as a habit and exhibits out blue light which can be harmful towards your melatonin production. There are many other reasons as to why, but I only have enough laziness to type this all out.

@ubelmensch

4 жыл бұрын

Revolt Against the Modern World

@PHNTM-mt2dw

4 жыл бұрын

@@lightningmcqueen4078 Phones have reading mode.And the sensation nonsense is stupid.Book and e-books are the same except one has paper.What happens when you read an e - book,nothing, but what happens when you read a book,a plant dies.If you are stupid as to let plants dies because of a "book sensation" you should not live.

@meijie_iridescent

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, although it's more convenient to read e-books than printed books, there's still an unexplainable satisfaction that you get when reading printed books. I especially love the smell of new books and old books and the nostalgia you get when you see older books, like, "Oh! I first bought that when I..." I respect everyone's opinion regarding e-books and printed books, but personally, I like printed books more and no one can change my opinion. edit: also, the way you can stroke the spine of the book or just holding the book- I'm sorry, that might be a bit weird but, there are hard-cover books and those with normal covers and like, the difference when you hold each of those books are just- yes.

One of the best days we all experienced was the book fair in elementary school nothing can ever beat that.

honestly, it always been my dream to open a book cafe where people will enjoy good book and good coffee....while watching this video, I was crying!! because this store is like a dream to me...like heaven!! book heaven...❤

@abongse414

4 жыл бұрын

dear, you can say whatever you want to make fun of others dream or whatever it is. but there is no doubt about one thing, every book lover knows what I wanted to mean.

@akbarfauzi4006

4 жыл бұрын

Try open cafe with free wifi

@JTheMelon

4 жыл бұрын

@@akbarfauzi4006 so we can read e books instead

@preetidaimari6079

4 жыл бұрын

@@abongse414 No one's making fun of your dream.

@dumbplings550

4 жыл бұрын

Abong se i could die happily when I’m in there

Him: “Probably... hundreds and thousands of books in here...” Me: My heaven. 🥺📖🥰📚

This man is working my dream job...

"Dada, I'm making a mess Dada". soooo cuuutttte 😍

1:20 *that shaving really caught me off guard compared to the calm intro*

"The Last Bookstore." What an appropriate name in this day and age.

@thegrammarcrusader4085

4 жыл бұрын

Eh, there are still a lot of bookstores left, so not really.

@SuperBC1975

4 жыл бұрын

@@thegrammarcrusader4085 Did you watch the video?

@thegrammarcrusader4085

4 жыл бұрын

@@SuperBC1975 I am currently watching it. I will finish and then revise my statement if I deem it neccesary.

@thegrammarcrusader4085

4 жыл бұрын

Ok, I watched the video. I don't see a problem with my first statement.

@desuftw

4 жыл бұрын

@@thegrammarcrusader4085 He literally explained why he named it "The Last Bookstore" in the video.

Everyone in the comments: omg I'm going to miss books so much Libraries throughout the country: am I a joke to you

@destinyolivo1345

4 жыл бұрын

Luis you’re so negative 👎🏼

@TheOverlordPepper

4 жыл бұрын

Miss Kitty if you don’t mind me asking, how is it negative?

@ashh7720

4 жыл бұрын

There's barely any libraries where I live😪

@Apologetics35

4 жыл бұрын

People ready in their gadgets now no one buys books anymore.

@cloudinthehead8054

4 жыл бұрын

@@Apologetics35 well that's just not true, here where I live going to the bookstore to look for and buy books is as much as an entertainment as going shopping. Me and my friends love to visit bookstores, and they are always full of people doing the same thing as us. Maybe it's just where you are that books are looked down on, because where I live it's very different.

3:50 *And she was never seen again.*

@justtanartist2257

4 жыл бұрын

😂

@jagdeepbhagat9830

3 жыл бұрын

Stephen King intensifies

I got to visit your bookstore 2 years ago when I went to see my son. He loves your store and knew I would too. The aesthetics alone are worth walking in the door for. I didn't know your story at the time. I hope you make it through this pandemic. Your store should be on people's bucket lists! Thank you , just thank you.

It’s awesome Great Big Story is back making new videos, and I still come back to rewatch their older videos. As a bookworm, this video is one of my favorites.

Nothing beats the feeling of having a real book in your hand, at least to me. I'll take a physical copy over a digital copy any day.

The smell of the library always brings back childhood memories, happy child holding books and spending thousands of hours reading😊bookstore and library both smells verrrryy good, the paper smells old trees in the forest. The Last Bookstore is my next destination in my next LA trip. Thank you for the beautiful documentray😻 his daughter is very smart the way she talks to her dad. Be safe everyone.

@jacqueinsverige5223

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed 😊 loved that film ❤

There is nothing better than holding a book in your hands and absorbing the characters, the plots, the hard work of the author. I love films and movies based on books but I read the books before I watch them and many times the films fall short. Real books belong in our lives forever. 💕

I work for a used bookstore in SoCal and I love hearing about all the donations and the people - I can relate so incredibly, donations never stop, organization constantly, and the feel of books, knowing books intimately. I don’t feel like it’s work either, and I can’t wait to stop by one day. Keep up the good work, from one used book store to another!

This is one of my favorite Great Big Stories. His story is very inspiring in an age where people are struggling to find a connection with their purpose in life. He had a life-changing accident yet he was able to persevere and provide others a beautiful humane experience through something he enjoyed.

@taasinbinhossainalvi9173

4 жыл бұрын

Love his attitude.

The music is so calming

Man, I don't know how yall do it but every single video is pure quality, knowledge, and entertainment. I hope the bookstore and your channel keep going forever and ever

I love books. Thank goodness we still have bookstores here. I can't read properly from phone, my eyes will get hurt. Even I can only spend around 30 mnts max to watch youtube. That's why I don't use e-books. For me the real books are the best.

@TheFeldhamster

4 жыл бұрын

If you really need to read ebooks (eg if you're in a tiny apartment) then you need to use a reader with e-ink. Like the first Kindles were. Nothing that is producing light by itself like a phone or the newer kindles. There's still readers which are pure e-ink and they're as ok for the eyes as paper books. But yeah, I still like real books better. There's something about how you can remember that something was "in the middle of a right hand page towards the end of the book" and find it easily by flipping through that never works for ebooks. It's always kinda disorienting and if you by accident flip your digital page (and then it usually flips a lot of pages, not just 1 or 2) it becomes really hard to find your spot again.

“No fear.” This guy will be wildly successful with that mindset

Ever since I could understand words, by reading or listening, I have loved books. I could not go out without a book, be it to school or some other social function. I remember getting caught in school and from under my blankets reading sneakily as I couldn't wait to find out what happens next. As time passed though, books have become expensive and we don't really have the money to buy all the books we want nor do we have the space to keep them in and the energy to move them as we move houses. Mom could only buy me a tablet. With it, I could download my books and bring them and read them anywhere, anytime. Although I can sympathize with this man for our shared love of books and their decreasing production/publication, I would choose a more cost-efficient and energy saving way to read as I am still studying and working. Books will forever be my first love. Nothing will change that fact.

what a beautiful bookstore!

I visited this majestic place on my first trip to LA shortly after New Year’s Day this year…it truly is a marvel. I love it more now that this beautiful soul has shared his story and a piece of his life with us. I was trying to imagine who owned and curated this labyrinth while getting lost on the second floor, walking through tunnels and side doors and weird vaults and past artists shops. I’m so pleased to have my assumptions obliterated - I imagined a much older group or cooperative of scholars and old accomplished artists owning this bookstore. Adding on and extending their coffers to attract tourist. I’m so glad the truth is much more human and authentic. I can’t wait to go back.

What really made an impact on me is how he basically stood up and fight with his injury and consequences and it made him depressed and feeling bad and everything. After ten years, he gave up, adapted and this thing got its life. He got something he loves, and after the course of years it became a proffession, bussiness, little empire. Maybe you wont get the perfect idea of what I am thinking about since english is not my first language but I hope you get the correct message.

Thanks to Great Big Story to introduce to us all different things in world!

i've seen this bookstore in so many photos and photoshoots! i'm so happy to learn more about the person behind it! thank you to everyone who helped make this video happen! job well done!

The typewriter hanging from the ceiling is so cool! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for opening this book store! I wish this store is closer. My hometown only has one book store left.

This is why i love Great Big story.Great and Wonderful Content keep it up .

I love reading books. Love the weight of a physical book and the smell of the pages as you read through the words brings so much peace in my mind.

Last summer was my first time at the last library, the staff was wonderful. Everyone was so kind and recommended me some great books that immediately became some of my favorites.

''...she is super smart...'' 3:06 jokes aside this video is depressing yet so wholesome.

No matter how prevalent online shopping and eBooks are these days, they can't and shouldn't replace the authentic and fulfilling experience of brick-and-mortar locations and physical books.

I don't like reading books from the Internet I just like having a collection and a reminder of a story it's true that probably someday everything will be digitalised but I hope that will never happen to books

@alexanderchristopher6237

4 жыл бұрын

me, myself and I That’s just mere nostalgia. E-book apps like Amazon Kindle does have a library where they store all the e-books you downloaded in one place.

@lawinaabraham3073

4 жыл бұрын

@@alexanderchristopher6237 Nothing beats having a beloved book collection, a physical one, on a neat bookshelf. And staring at a screen really isn't the same.

@thegrammarcrusader4085

4 жыл бұрын

I can't bare to think of getting e-books.

@shaheerthekhan

4 жыл бұрын

@@lawinaabraham3073 i love physical books and the paper and all, but it's all the chopped down trees that I worry about

@Casey5693

4 жыл бұрын

I think there's room in this world for both.

I keep the book's that I've read as souvenirs.

This guy is not working for money, he's working for his passion, commitment in keeping the legacy of the authors to introduce the wonders of books. He is the real hero in today's generation keeping the nostalgic meaning of life through books.

Reading a physical book is truly fulfilling, it's like watching a movie in a theatre Vs watching it on a mobile.

Ok that's really cool 3:55

@hathaway.1166

4 жыл бұрын

Never thought Hondas could do that

@shahimagesyt

4 жыл бұрын

@@hathaway.1166 got modified probably.

I'm from Italy and in the spring of 2012 i've got my copy of the Dragonlance trilogy for a dollar. Thanks to showing me this place again :)

New travel goal: go to this bookstore.

@taasinbinhossainalvi9173

4 жыл бұрын

That’s a great goal 🥅. Let the covid calm down tho

@katl8825

4 жыл бұрын

I visited back in December while traveling. it's a really cool place -- really big, way bigger than I expected and way bigger than any bookstore I've been to. Lots of little nooks and crannies, and just a kind of mystical vibe, the way that dark and a little-bit run down places give off...I definitely recommend going if you're ever in LA!

@normanrazon7237

4 жыл бұрын

Heads up, they just reopened for in person hours if you are in town!

I grew up with libraries as parents so we always a good book to read, I’m thankful that I got to experience some special things with my mother when she was a manager at a library :)

Joseph! you're such an inspiration and a pillar of hope for those struggling any form of hardship. Thank you for sharing your story. Many blessings to you and your family!!!

😔I’m sorry he was injured. I absolutely love this story and resourcefulness in spite of his circumstances and situation. It gives me hope to live another day. 💝

I had already heard about what an amazing store this is, but learning the story behind it makes me love it even more. What a testament to our power to reinvent ourselves even when it seems all hope is lost. This store is succeeding because it is infused with a genuine, passionate love for books (instead of corporate greed) and a true appreciation of their magic and mystery. I wish the store and owner continued success and happiness!

Books ae my favorite. They just make me feel calmer and holding the book in my hand helps me connect and visualize the story a lot better. I hope this store stays for many more years.

I absolutely love this place. It's a must visit if you are ever in the LA area.

I was there just yesterday! How neat :)

This is a truly wonderful bookstore.....each section is designed to have ita own style......I was able to buy the complete works of Mr. Poe.....I hope you stay open for decades more

Beautiful story of redemption, hope, and overcoming adversity and the vanities of youth.

Oh my dear, you may have lost the use of your legs , but you have gained so much more in the way you use your words and with your imagination and your books. My hat goes off to you . You are a Hero in so many ways to so many people for what you have done for them . I SALUTE YOU ....... God made a very special person when He made you . We have all lost something in one way or another . But when we do , we always gain something somewhere else that makes the special ones EXTRA special. You are one of those. Thank You. ♥♥♥

I'll say it like this. Paper back and Hare Cover books to me are like trophies. After I read, and I put it with the rest, I get a glimpse of my past when I first read that book. It cant be recreated with E-books and audiobooks

Visiting this bookstore is one of my favorite weekend activities! It will feel even more special from here on out, now that I know the story behind the founder 😊

I'd love to go there, it looks amazing! But guys, like he says, "no fear". Books aren't "going extinct", I mean, just take a look at this comment section, there are plenty of people who love them and buy them in stores instead of the internet. My local bookstores and libraries are always full of people who go there not only to buy but also to simply have a good time, they are a meeting place. Maybe not everybody loves them, but at least from what I see where I live books and bookstores are still very popular and far from being at risk of disappearing. Cheer up, maybe some bookstores you know are closing but that doesn't mean books all around the world are disappearing and loosing popularity, it also depends on the zone :)

I went to this bookstore many times when I visit LA. It's one of my favorite bookstores by far. If a chance in LA go to it, you'll find many classics you've been trying to search for years. Hell yeah, GBS!!!

I love this bookstore! It's such a treasure - so glad to see it being highlighted.

I thank God that people like this are still around.

Thank you for making such videos, and i really hope that places like this will exist forever. The essence of a physical book can never be replaced by a Kindle. Huge respect for the owner of The Last Book Store.

I love this place, I love to sit down here it's so comfy in such a busy city

I couldn't love this more. Bless you and your family.

props to him for persevering!!!!!

So happy to be part of the LA family who appreciate art and artists for what they contribute to the world:). When I was little I was taught that bookstores, like libraries and galleries etc are safe places where there are other people like you who appreciate the pleasure of a good book, art - learning. We need bookstores, art galleries, museums in order to be a civil society, I can not imagine life without passionate folks like the Spencers ensuring we have safe beautiful interesting relevant cultural spaces to read learn and meet other like minded people. LOL

Such an amazing man and bookstore! thank you for keeping books alive. The books are probably very thankful as well!

I was so ready to do some fact-checking until I found it was the name.

@nancy9324

4 жыл бұрын

Same here

The last and the best

Booksstores are super trendy in China and they combine many activities, café, tea and many other stuff to attract people. They are always full of visitors!

My wife would love to be in this book store. I have been in many, because of her, and I see many of the great elements, nooks, and hide aways in this store. What attracts me is the artistic "booky" vibe from the displays, and pieces. Yes, pieces of art... jaw dropping captures of humanity. We are on the opposite side of the US, so we will need to add this to the list. Thanks!!

This looks like every book reader's Heaven.

Man, what a story, what a moving piece

I love books! Novels, comic books, etc. I hate reading with my phone, my eyes tired very quickly. I hope that people reads books like they used to, it's so sad when i saw a bookstore closing because they ran out of business.

@aus-li

4 жыл бұрын

My dude, you’re missing out on thousands of comics by not reading them online for free.

@elvenalonly

4 жыл бұрын

@@aus-li i hate reading comics on phones. Reading the books is much more pleasant and appreciate the writer and artist who puts a lot of effort to create the book.

@aus-li

4 жыл бұрын

Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo You could support the individual artist by buying their works in physical or digital form, but you’re still missing out on free everything. You could easily buy a tablet or laptop if your small phone hurts your eyes.

@elvenalonly

4 жыл бұрын

@@aus-li man.. i'm okay with buying physical form online. I just bought Gyo comic online. The problem is, i don't like reading in digital form. But it's just me.. i guess.

@aus-li

4 жыл бұрын

Pang, Kornelis Andrew Wibowo Gyo by Junji Ito? One of my favorite of his stories. I’m just letting you know that you could read anything online for free. The internet has been a life saver, especially because I’m too poor to buy anything.

Idk if I can ever give up the feeling of a book in my hand.

4:50 omg that's one of my favorite series 😂 Ranma 1/2 is amazing

Just awesome! Thanks for the story!

My husband and I sold book and records for many years. We kept most of them in our house and and storage units. It got so out of hand we went bankrupt and lost our house. Unfortunately, my husband passed away and I had to get rid of everything. I loved the books and records and miss it very much.

Don't put yourself down. One cannot love others without loving yourself first. Love your story. Good Luck. Love from Australia. xo

When I first went here.......it was amazing

OMG I was able to visit this bookstore over the summer. It was so cool.

This is amazing 💛💛💛

BEAUTIFUL JUST BEAUTIFUL TO BE AROUND SO MUCH BEAUTY, KNOWLEDGE . I HOPE WHEN PEOPLE SEE THIS THEY'LL COME TO YOUR BOOK STORE AND ABSORB ALL THE KNOWLEDGE AND HOPE YOU GET MANY VOLUNTEERS, I WOULD BUT UNFORTUNATELY I LIVE IN BOSTON HALLELUJAH AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR BOOK STORE!! MAY BRING YOU LOTS OF LOVE, STRENGH BEAUTY!!

His bookstore is amazing

The last bookstore Barnes And Nobles:I’m here too

ive been here only twice but i love it a lot

*I think what this man is doing is great!*

I dislike books heavily, but libraries and bookstores, I feel, have such a cool atmosphere and novelty to them.

there is something very very beautiful about this video and these people. thank you for keeping this tradition alive. i will go there some day when all of this Corona thing is over.

@FoodOscar

4 жыл бұрын

Haha I JUST uploaded the video about this bookstore on my channel

Very nice video, much respect for this man. I really hope this store will never go away. 👌

God bless you and keep you all happy 😊

Great story & an amazing book store. Well done you for not giving up. Greetings from the UK 👍

Such an awesome story and an awesome guy!i love reading an actual book over reading digital.thanks so much for the video.

@Josh Spencer you give people much more than books, you give people hope and brave to follow for their dreams in spite of fear. Maybe one day I will be in half as brave as you and I can say : I have tried....

I love your story - it's perfect - I love books too - but you are wonderful! Love your store.

I wish I could visit your bookstore . Keep up the good fight for the survival of books !

This was rather delightful. The best bookstores we have in our area are Half Price Books and estate sales.

❤ heaven for the booklovers and one of my dream projects for the future ❤

Bookstores are like paradise to all book lovers

@FoodOscar

4 жыл бұрын

Haha I JUST uploaded the video about this bookstore on my channel

My dream place! I would love to work there or just hang out there. Definitely a place I want to visit putting this on my bucket list it’s beautiful

It's very inspiring