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Charming bookshop and bookbinder
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Ian G Black

The Gently Mad is a charming bookshop and bookbinder located near Edinburgh's Botanical Gardens. Founded by Rab Mullin and his son Baz, the shop offers a cozy atmosphere filled with old leather volumes and dusty books. They specialize in a wide range of bookbinding services, from fine leather bindings to bespoke guest books, catering to individual needs. With a selection of books on various topics and 19th-century prints for sale, The Gently Mad is a welcoming spot for book lovers to browse, chat, and find hidden treasures.

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