Sun Nov 17 17:11:29 UTC 2024: ## Higginbothams: A Chennai Bookstore Endures
**CHENNAI, November 18, 2024** – Higginbothams, a Chennai institution, celebrates its enduring legacy as one of the city’s oldest and largest bookstores. Founded in 1844 by Abel Joshua Higginbotham on Mount Road, the store moved to its current Anna Salai location in 1904, a grand building designed by the owner himself. The store, which later expanded to include publishing and multiple outlets, was taken over by the Amalgamations Group in 1949.
Despite facing competition from newer bookstores and online retailers, Higginbothams remains a beloved landmark and a haven for book lovers. Its vast collection and historical significance continue to attract a steady stream of customers, including notable figures like the late C.N. Annadurai. Even in 2015, the store adapted to changing times by offering discounts on thousands of titles. Higginbothams stands as a testament to the enduring power of the physical bookstore, holding a cherished place in Chennai’s cultural landscape.
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