This is a timely and timeless story that juxtaposes the beauty of an ancient, vibrant culture with the brutality of an oppressive political regime. It’s The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree.
Today’s BOTW is a hilarious novel that is nevertheless incisive in its criticism of the way societies come into being, and the way they venerate mythical heroes. It’s The Adventure of China Iron.
Girl, Women, Other by Bernadine Evaristo hit the bookstores with a bang! It’s a glorious portrait of contemporary Britain. Have you read this gem yet?
Today’s Book of the World is an extraordinarily powerful and personal meditation on race, culture and national identity. It’s Stan Grant’s Talking to My Country. Have you read it?
We have another Australian book for today’s Book of the World. It’s Salt by Bruce Pascoe who is the author of Dark Emu. This is a collection of essays and short stories. Definitely worth a read.
Because we can’t travel, let’s live vicariously through others. Today’s Book of the World is Stephen Fry in America. Have you read it?
Today’s Book of the World is a cheerful and amusing story of Bill Bryson travelling around Australia. It’s Down Under. Have you got a favourite Billy Bryson book?
The Only Way is West is a travel book that draws you in from page one. It’s a story of befriending fabulous people and witnessing the kindness of humans. Do you have a favourite travel book?
I remember when this book came out, it took the world by storm, everyone was reading it and made many think about their life choices. It’s Eat Pray Love. Which was your favourite part?
The Whale Rider is a story of ancient customs, birthrights and breaking with convention. This New Zealand story by Witi Ihimaera still resonates in our world today. Have you read it?
