# Powell's Books Chicago > Vertical shelves overflow with academic books and rare collections, creating a space that invites getting lost in stacks. The atmosphere feels like stepping into a 90's bookstore with hushed whispers and organized chaos. A strong focus on philosophy, socialism, and Marxism sets it apart from typical used bookstores. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Powell's-Books-Chicago - Address: 1501 E 57th St, Chicago, Illinois, United States - Phone: +17739557780 - Website: http://www.powellschicago.com/ ## What it is good for - Bookstore — 9.6/10 - Reading Spot — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "This bookstore has an unbelievable selection of academic and rare books." - "It's a fantastic reading spot to unwind and explore." ## Good to know - They host a farmers market on weekends. - The bookstore has a large selection of academic books. - Prices for books vary, with some being very affordable. - The store is well organized, making it easy to browse. - They buy books but are selective about what they accept. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.