the book store specialized in jewish books of both secular and religious interest in english, yiddish and hebrew. hyman's bookstore carried a complete line of jewish ritual objects such as talleisim, tfillin, kiddush cups, menorahs, shabbath candlesticks, kippot and jewelry (e.g., mezuzahs and magen davids). it was also the main supplier of all the jewish schools in toronto. in 1941, hyman used books from the store to found the toronto jewish public library.