Read Around Europe Challenge
Read at least one book by an author from each country in Europe.
Best books from Europe (2604)
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The Land of Hope and Fear : Israel's Battle for Its Inner Soul by Isabel Kershner EN
Country: Europe / 
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Description:
A rich, wide-ranging portrait of the divisions among Israelis today, at a critical juncture in their country’s history, by a veteran New York Times correspondent who has spent decades working in Israel “A wondrous tale told through the agonizing and uplifting stories of Israel’s many tribes — Jewish and Arab, religious and secular, new immigrants and veterans, soldiers and settlers.”—Martin Indyk, author of Master of the Game, and former U.S. ambassador to Israel Despite Israel's determined staying power in a hostile environment, its military might, and the innovation it fosters in businesses ... continue
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A Book of Ghosts & Goblins by Ruth Manning-Sanders EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Description:
Twenty-one tales from various countries about ghosts, goblins, and other supernatural beings. Includes "The Headless Horseman," "The Kindly Ghost," and "The Leg of Gold."
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Comfort Me with Apples by Catrin Morgan EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Description:
Family saga set in south Wales in 1920s.
2595.
Lily Among Thorns by Catrin Morgan EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Description:
At the end of the First World War, Lily Walters returns home to Abercarn, in South Wales. The strongest and most discerning member of her large family, most of whom live and work in the local mining community, Lily is determined to make the best of all that life has to offer. But when her love affair with a local doctor ends in heartache, she is less sure of her destiny. Lily's life begins to have meaning again when she meets a young mining deputy, and through him becomes involved in local politics. With the threat of wage cuts and tougher working hours, violent confrontations soon begin ... continue
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The Church of Mercy : A Vision for the Church by Pope Francis EN
Country: Europe / 
Vatican City
Vatican City
Description:
Pope Francis has captured the world's attention with his seemingly counterintuitive approach to leadership. In The Church of Mercy, readers get a first-hand look at Pope Francis's vision of the good news of Christian hope and mercy. Designed for a broad readership, The Church of Mercy is a compilation of essays, speeches, and homilies by Pope Francis since his election on being a church that exists among and for the people, solidarity with the poor, and the need to demolish the idols of power and money.
2600.
In My Own Words by Pope John Paul II EN
Country: Europe / Vatican City
Vatican City
Description:
Spiritual father of millions, globally influential leader: Pope John Paul II's words have brought inspiration, solace, and courage to those who have listened. The quotes and prayers collected here are both for the faithful and for those who have been touched by and want to know more about this remarkable man. His words on love, family, truth, freedom, human relationships, the power of God, and the importance of hope and prayer explore what it means to be alive and what we are doing here on Earth, and offer answers to some of life's hardest questions.