Read Around Europe Challenge
Read at least one book by an author from each country in Europe.
Best books from Europe (2885)
1941.
Muerte con pingüino (Blackie Bolsillo) by Andrei Kurkov ES
RussiaDescription:
Viktor es un escritor está sin dinero, lo ha dejado su novia, tiene frío. Imaginen si se siente solo que decide adoptar a un pingüino. No sabe que este nuevo compañero de piso, Misha, también suelta suspiros melancólicos cuando chapotea en la bañera de agua helada y se encierra en la habitación como un adolescente. Ahora Viktor no solo está triste, sino que debe consolar a su amigo. Y además alimentarlo. Todo se complica cuando un gran periódico le encarga escribir esquelas de personajes públicos que aún e... continue
1942.
Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy EN
Description:
Presents the classic nineteenth-century Russian novel in which a young woman is destroyed when she attempts to live outside the moral law of her society.
1943.
The Witch and the Tsar by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore EN
Description:
‘A delicate weaving of myth and history, The Witch and the Tsar breathes new life into stories you think you know’ Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf
1944.
The Milkman in the Night by Andrey Kurkov EN
Description:
Semyon is disturbed. He has woken up in the living room with blood on his shirt, an angry wife and no idea where he was the night before. After waking to find his boots and overcoat damp on several mornings in a row, Semyon realises his excursions are a nightly occurrence.
1945.
Father Sergius by Leo Tolstoy EN
Description:
Father Sergius by Leo Tolstoy is about Prince Stepan Kasatsky, a young man is destined for great things. Tolstoy is a masterful writer, and this book was an instant success when it was first published in Russia. Created by one of the most highly acclaimed authors of all-time, this is an accomplished work that will touch you at the very core. Any profits raised from the sale of this book will be going towards the Freeriver Community project, a project that aims to support communities and promote well-being. To learn more about the Freeriver project please visit the website; www.freerivercommuni... continue
1946.
1948.
Réquiem por el este by Andreï Makine ES
Description:
El narrador de esta perturbadora historia es el adolescente huřfano, varios aǫs despuš, cuando, convertido en mďico militar, presta sus servicios informando en lfrica del trf̀ico de armas entre Oriente y Occidente. La novela se convierte as ̕en un tributo al destino absurdo de todos esos seres que son vc̕timas de la Historia. Y a la vez, en un homenaje a la compaęra que durante aǫs trabaj ̤al lado del narrador, y la que dirige este impresionante rq̌uiem por todo un siglo de penalidades.
1949.
Zuleijá abre los ojos by Guzel Yakhina ES
Description:
Corre la década de 1930 en la pequeña aldea de Tartaria donde viven Zuleijá, su rústico marido, treinta años mayor, y su anciana suegra, empeñada en castigarla por no darle nietos. La educación recibida impide a la joven resentir siquiera el grado de servidumbre al que está sometida o desear una vida distinta. Pero cuando una serie de acontecimientos la arranquen de su pequeña familia y la arrojen a un mundo no menos brutal, pero sí más ancho y diverso, lleno de personas de distintas procedencias, oficios y credos, ve... continue
1950.
Nutcracker by E. T. A. Hoffmann EN
Description:
In Nutcracker, the premier children's book illustrator of our time adds his own magic to a story that has long enchanted children and grown-ups alike. Maurice Sendak created this illustrated version of Hoffmann's wonderful tale, basing his illustrations on the sets and costumes he designed for a dance production staged by the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Illustrations.