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Half of a Yellow Sun (Nigeria)

Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Story: In the 1960s, the southeastern provinces of Nigeria attempted to secede and form an independent nation called Biafra. Adichie tells the story of this civil … Continue reading →

Posted on January 2, 2011 by Lisa · Leave a comment

The Shadow of the Wind (Spain)

The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón Narrated by Jonathan Davis Setting: 1950s Barcelona Story: When protagonist Daniel is just a child, his father takes him to the Cemetery of Forgotten Books—a vast … Continue reading →

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Lisa · Leave a comment

Shantaram (India)

Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts Narrated by Humphrey Bower Well, it turns out that India is not merely a land of funtime singalongs. If you’re dying to delve into the underbelly of Bombay in the … Continue reading →

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Lisa · Leave a comment

Dreams of Trespass (Morocco)

Dreams of Trespass: Tales of a Harem Girlhood by Fatima Mernissi If you’re like me, the word “harem” is inherently fascinating. But if you’re like me, you’re thinking about some kind of sex palace with … Continue reading →

Posted on May 28, 2010 by Lisa · Leave a comment

A Book From Every Country Project

Well, I don’t think I really have to explain this one. Dun dun dun…I’m going to read a book from every country. Preferably from and about the country. It’s going to be rad. If you … Continue reading →

Posted on May 27, 2010 by Lisa · Leave a comment
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