Bengaluru's independent bookstore, Bookworm, located on Church Street, faced significant challenges after heavy rains caused extensive damage to thousands of books. Despite the adversity, the store's owner, Krishna Gowda, demonstrated remarkable resilience, which was noted by historian Ramachandra Guha during his visit. Guha described Gowda as 'stoic and resolute' and took the opportunity to purchase books, showcasing his support for the local literary community. The incident has sparked a strong response from readers across Bengaluru, many of whom have visited the store to buy books and share their fond memories of Bookworm. Guha's visit turned a challenging week for the bookstore into a memorable occasion for patrons, as he interacted with them and signed copies of his book, 'Savaging the Civilized.' The Bookworm team expressed gratitude for the community's support and reassured customers that they are working diligently to restore the store while remaining open for business.