[ He's caught a little off-guard by the stranger's comment, but it manifests only as a very slight breeze that tinkled the chimes for a little longer. His expression has not changed in the slightest - it is true that he does like books, but he can't exactly pin down a reason for the stranger to comment on his age. But anyway.

He returns the stranger's greeting with a half-nod. ] Well, it depends on what you are seeking. We have a selection of literary works from Verens' authors, as well as texts on natural phenomena, if you are partial to that subject.

Are you perhaps looking for any reference books to pick up skills?