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In recent years global sales of digital books have expanded rapidly, but in many parts of the world the paperback is still king. In downtown Johannesburg, there are at least 55 book dealers selling mainly second-hand books, from market stalls and informal stands, close to the train station. The Â鶹Éç's Christian Parkinson met one man who goes to extraordinary lengths to ensure people get an affordable read. His name is Sandile Mavimbela.