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- On the Shores of Troy — Sing, Goddess, the Tale of Achilles and Its Silent HeroesMy dear reader, in the last newsletter we travelled to a remote lighthouse off the coast of Australia to ponder what we are allowed to do on account of our own happiness. I believe this is a question we can never answer with absolute certainty; sometimes all our guiding lights fail, and we must make… On the Shores of Troy — Sing, Goddess, the Tale of Achilles and Its Silent Heroes weiterlesen
- The Lighthouse at the End of the World — Can You Trust the Light to Guide You Right?My dear book-lover, Did you enjoy Daniel’s search for answers? And what treasures lay hidden in your own Cemetery of Forgotten Books? If there’s anything you’d like to share, just send me an electronic letter. The next book I want to share with you is not as mysterious as the story of the ever-elusive Julián… The Lighthouse at the End of the World — Can You Trust the Light to Guide You Right? weiterlesen
- Barcelona’s Cemetery of Forgotten Books – Chasing the Shadow of the WindMy dear reader, I hope the story of Lily and Snow Flower has touched your heart as much as it did mine. And while the story of these two women has left me with a feeling of helplessness, I also admired their courage and resilience in facing their life’s difficulties. If their story sparked other… Barcelona’s Cemetery of Forgotten Books – Chasing the Shadow of the Wind weiterlesen
- Confined to the Upstairs Room — Walking on Lotus Feet, Writing out LoudMy dear reader, I know it’s been a while since my last book recommendation. I’d love to tell you that this was all because of some big stuff I’m preparing in the background to bring even more stories to you. But in all honesty, I didn’t do anything to push or promote this page —… Confined to the Upstairs Room — Walking on Lotus Feet, Writing out Loud weiterlesen
- French Resistance – Glimmers of Light in Dark HoursMy dear time-traveller, I hope last month’s story inspired you to take a closer look at Japanese culture—or at least at your own perception of it. Perhaps you agreed with me that it’s never easy to fully grasp a culture that isn’t your own, though this doesn’t mean you’re purposely misrepresenting it. Or maybe Arthur… French Resistance – Glimmers of Light in Dark Hours weiterlesen
