Welcome to Hemingway’s Bookshop
A Literary Haven by the Sea
Since 1995, Hemingway’s Bookshop has been a sanctuary for lovers of words and wanderers of imagination. Nestled in the heart of Hermanus, our shelves hold rare finds, timeless tales, and stories waiting to be rediscovered.
Step inside, breathe in the scent of old pages, and linger a while — for here, every book has a soul, and every reader finds a home.
About Hemingways
Step inside and be transported to a magical world of literature. Our shelves are a treasure trove of new, used, and antiquarian books, with a special focus on Africana and collectable titles. From the moment you enter, you’ll understand why we’re often compared to the legendary Shakespeare and Company in Paris.
We invite you to lose yourself in our maze of books, discover hidden gems, and share in our love for reading. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff are always on hand to offer a recommendation or simply chat about your favourite authors.
New Arrivals
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Irises – Barbara Jeppe
USD36,80 Add to cart -

ONS NEDERDUITSE GEREFORMEERDE KERK. Gedenkboek by ons Derde Eeufees, 1952. Dr. T.N. Hanekom
USD19,82 Add to cart -

Solzhenitsyn August 1914
USD22,08 Add to cart -

Mlimo – The Rise and Fall Of The Matabele ‘Mziki
USD25,48 Add to cart -

The Treasured Writings of Kahlil Gibran – Kahlil Gibran
USD19,82 Add to cart -

St. Helena in Focus: A Poetic Profile – Robin Castell
USD25,48 Add to cart -

THE INVISIBLE LINE: LIFE AND PHOTOGRAPHY OF KEN OOSTERBROEK, MICHAEL NICOL Hardcover
USD53,79 Add to cart -

Only My Friends Call Me “Crouks” , Dennis Croukam
USD53,79 Add to cart
This Month's Featuered Titles
The Collector's Corner: Live Auctions
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Visit Our Store
Monday - Saturday: 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM
Step through our doors at 5 Victoria Square and leave the ordinary world behind. Hemingways is more than just a place to buy books—it’s a destination. Prepare to lose track of time as you wander through our maze-like shelves, where every nook and cranny is filled with literary treasures waiting to be discovered.
Our charming antiquarian bookstore is now located at:
5 Victoria Square, 20 Long Street Arcade, Overstrand 7200, South Africa