Czech Secondhand Bookstore Knihobot Expands Across EuropeCEFR B1
19 Oct 2025
Adapted from Filip Noubel, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Anni Karppinen, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Knihobot is a successful secondhand bookstore based in the Czech Republic. It has experienced significant growth and is expanding into other European countries. A survey found that many Czechs read between five and ten books yearly, showcasing a strong reading culture. Knihobot makes it easy for customers to buy and sell books online. They offer a free pickup service, allowing customers to send in their books without hassle.
Knihobot's success is partly due to increased environmental awareness among younger generations. More people are looking for sustainable options, which makes secondhand bookstores attractive. The company uses technology to process a large number of books daily, emphasizing customer experience and efficiency.
However, Knihobot faces challenges, including allegations about labor conditions. The manager asserts that most accusations are untrue and that they prioritize safety and sustainability. They recycle books that cannot be sold, contributing positively to the environment.
Difficult words
- bookstore — A shop that sells books.
- sustainable — Causing little or no damage to the environment.
- customers — People who buy goods or services.
- environment — The natural world around us.
- growth — Increase in size or number.
- allegations — Claims that something is true without proof.
- expanding — Making something larger or growing.
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Discussion questions
- What do you think makes a bookstore successful?
- How can technology improve customer experiences?
- Why is environmental awareness important?
- What are the challenges faced by secondhand bookstores?
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