I meant only that there are (even now) other routes available aside from internet access; though naturally it will depend on where you live. I myself live in Sheffield, so London isn't a much easier option for me than it is for 'shepherdlass'. It's always worth saying what you are looking for, as I've already said: you'd be surprised at the (relatively) obscure resources that people can get at. If you don't ask, you won't get.

Things can also be picked up from secondhand dealers if you are interested enough to spend some money; the best search facility I know is at  http://www.bookfinder.com/