**Ancient Book Fair Brings Thousands of Books to Mexicali**
An impressive collection of books has arrived in Mexicali as part of the annual Ancient and Secondhand Book Fair, which is open from November 29th to December 10th at the Casa de la Cultura Mexicali. This event, which runs daily from 10 AM to 8 PM, celebrates its seventeenth edition this year, also extending to Tijuana, under the guidance of René Castillo.
The fair originated in 2008, known initially as the Used Book Fair (Felius), spearheaded by René Castillo at the University of Baja California’s Tijuana campus. “The fair was initiated to satisfy the need among students for affordable literature required for their studies,” Castillo recalls. Over the years, it has attracted booksellers from across Mexico to enhance the region’s literary landscape.
This year’s lineup features numerous exhibitors, including Ágora Books, Akrópolis, Librería El Gato Literato, and more from Mexico City. Tijuana’s own Miguel Márquez also joins the lineup with his collection from Libros, Café y Jazz. Once the fair concludes in Mexicali, it will continue in Tijuana from December 12th to 22nd, adding more exhibitors such as Antonio Segura and Lorena Castro.
Visitors can expect to browse through thousands of rare, first edition, and classic books covering a range of subjects from literature and philosophy to history and art. This traditional fair serves as a treasure trove for both avid readers and collectors alike.
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**Secondary Article: Book Lovers Flock to Tijuana for Continued Book Fair Celebrations**
As the Mexicali chapter of the Ancient and Secondhand Book Fair concludes, book enthusiasts are gearing up for its continuation in Tijuana. The fair will be hosted on Avenida Revolución from December 12th to 22nd. This segment of the fair will not only showcase the same diverse array of exhibitors from Mexicali but will also feature new additions from Mexico City and Tijuana.
The fair offers a diverse collection of books, ranging from those rare vintage collections to the more contemporary classics. It’s a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to dive into the world of extraordinary literature within an engaging community setting.
The expansion to Tijuana allows even more literature lovers a chance to explore rare finds and enjoy readings, discussions, and literature-themed events. René Castillo’s continuous dedication to promoting affordable literature has turned this fair into a much-anticipated annual literary event in Baja California.