Shakespeare and Company is a famous English-language bookstore located in Paris, France. Founded in 1919 by Sylvia Beach, it became a gathering place for many notable writers, including Ernest Hemingway and James Joyce. The store is known for its rich literary history and its role in the Lost Generation movement. The bookstore has undergone several transformations over the years, with the original location closing in 1941 during World War II. A new Shakespeare and Company opened in 1951, continuing the legacy of promoting literature and providing a space for writers and readers to connect.