The prevailing mindset of discarding the old and embracing the new has made it
difficult for many second-hand bookstores to survive in the market. On one hand,
people hold stereotypical views about second-hand books; on the other hand, most
second-hand bookstores convey brand concepts that feel retro or outdated.
Therefore, finding a way for second-hand bookstores to establish themselves in
the market—and making them meet contemporary aesthetic demands—has become a
topic worthy of attention.
