Al Saqi Books

‘End of an era’: Closure of Al Saqi Books sees London lose a cultural gem

The iconic Bayswater bookstore’s story is one that was intertwined with Britain’s Arab diaspora over four decades.

A bitter-sweet end: London’s iconic Arabic bookshop closing after 45 years

Since 1978, Al Saqi Books has been a mainstay of Arabic culture, often publishing books censored in the Middle East and becoming a safe haven for those escaping conflict.