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Visitors say, now this is a real bookstore.. |
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Welcome to Poor Richard's Books, home of thousands
of books across from the state's beautiful Old Capitol building.
Independent bookseller, Lizz, mans the fort, as well as serves with Downtown Frankfort, the local Main Street Program.
"Poor Richard" is a former Poet Laureate of
Kentucky and retired professor of English & Humanities at
Kentucky State University, but now teaches at Transylvania University.
Poor Richard's specializes in Kentucky titles, and also
has an attic full of bibliophilic treasures awaiting their
rightful home.
You can listen to music, and ease into your reprieve from the hectic world with a delicious, iced latte.
We have been supporting reading and community in Frankfort
for over 30 years. You are sure to find what you
need to complete your Kentucky collection.
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Kara was warm, honest, & very comfortable sharing details of her correspondences, & discussions with Jodi Picoult regarding her latest release "Handle with Care" about a family dealing with a child born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
Thank you Kara. We all benefit when information is shared.
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Tax deadlines are just around the corner. Consult one of these up-to-date titles and be prepared to file your return like a pro!
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The 2009 Farmers Bank Summer Concert Series concludes with the final great event on Sept 4, Friday night!! Join us on the Old Capital Lawn for Handsome Devils (Rock & Dance)and Exit 99 (Rock & Blues). Music begins at 7 p.m.
Come early to eat, shop and relax!
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Even though recent storms have wreaked havoc with trees, our dedicated local historians have focused their efforts on documenting the beauty, as well as the famous and not-so-famous residents of the Frankfort Cemetery, including Daniel Boone as well as canine residents. Historic images are included along with Gene Burch's beautiful seasonal photographs.
Sample photos are included at the Frankfort Heritage Press web-site.
http://www.frankforthp.com/
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Author Birthday |
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Francois-Marie de Voltaire was born today in 1694.
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Quote of the Day |
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"True literature can exist only where it is created, not by diligent and trustworthy officials, but by madmen, hermits, heretics, dreamers, rebels, and
skeptics."
- Yevgeny Zamyatin
A Soviet Heretic
From The Quotable Book Lover (Lyons Press)
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