Travel Through Stories
In celebration of World Book Day, we invite you to embark on a literary journey around the globe. Through these captivating novels, explore diverse cultures, histories, and landscapes from the comfort of your favourite reading nook. Here are some of our top book recommendations to inspire your wanderlust.
A Japanese bestseller based on a real-life case, Butter weaves a thrilling narrative where food unites a journalist, and a cook turned murderer. This thought-provoking novel delves deeply into issues of female agency, body image, and societal expectations, all viewed through the lens of culinary art.
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The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak
Immerse yourself in a moving and poetic exploration of loss, love, and healing. Drawing from Cypriot folklore and traditions, this novel masterfully intertwines the past and present, shifting between postcolonial Cyprus and London. The Island of Missing Trees eloquently addresses themes of generational trauma and belonging.
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Glorious Exploits by Ferdia Lennon
This clever debut uses a modern Irish vernacular for the tale of mismatched friends staging Medea with Athenian prisoners in ancient Syracuse. Loaded with dark humour and historical richness, Glorious Exploits is an endearing and riotous read that brings history to life.
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Kairos is a deeply intimate and politically charged novel that portrays a passionate, yet doomed love affair set against the backdrop of a crumbling East Germany. The story begins with Katharina learning of her former lover's death, evolving into a poignant narrative about the loss of love amidst political turmoil.
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Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne
Rediscover Jules Verne’s most famous novel, Around the World in 80 Days, where the unflappable Phileas Fogg embarks on an extraordinary journey to win a bet, accompanied by his valet, Passepartout. Contrary to popular belief, Fogg does not travel by balloon but uses almost every other form of transport of the era - including trains, steamers, and even an elephant! This timeless adventure remains a must-read.