9 Books to Read While Traveling…
“We lose ourselves in books, we find ourselves there too!”
Very few things could come close to the immense joy that reading gives us! Reading can be done anywhere, any place, anytime and by anyone! Be it a kid learning to read, a teenager entering the real world, a working professional, or a silver haired person. Reading can be a hobby, a profession or the purpose of life!
Reading while travelling is the perfect combination to have a good time. When the wheels turn, and so do the pages, you know you are in good company. Here’s our list of books to read while travelling-
- The Kite Runner
Khaled Hosseini
In his debut novel, the Afghan-American gem Khalid Hosseini takes his readers to the tales of a beautiful Afghanistan to what it is now. A story depicting two friends and their journeys through Afghanistan’s monarchy, the Soviet Union intervention, the Afghan flee to America and Taliban.
“What happens in a few days, sometimes even in a single day, can change the course of a whole lifetime…”
2. The Master of Game
Sidney Sheldon
The epic tale of six generations into the events of immigration, diamonds, business, relationships, love and more…Sidney Sheldon at his best! Scotland, South Africa and America and many more exotic locations provide the setting for a classic story!
“Business is a game, played for fantastic stakes, and you’re in competition with experts. If you want to win, you have to be master of the game!“
3. A Prisoner of birth
Jeffrey Archer
Jeffrey Archer, in his bestselling novel shares a fantastic and highly dangerous story of a man accused for a crime he hasn’t committed. His jail experiences and life after, in a great read!
“I have discovered with advancing years that few things are entirely black or white, but more often different shades of grey.”
4. The Street Lawyer
John Grisham
Who thought there could be a marvelous story of the legal thriller genre? John Grisham makes it possible. The story of a well earning reputed lawyer finds himself in the most gripping complications.
“We got into this business because we thought the law was a higher calling. We could fight injustice and social ills, and do all sorts of greats things because we were lawyers.”
5. I am Malala
Malala Yousafzai with Christina Lamb
A school going girl fights the horrendous Taliban regime and in due course of time, even her life!
A fascinating story of what values and education to do the personality of a girl and also her struggles in Pakistan during the Taliban rule.
“When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.”
6. The Train to Pakistan
Khushwant Singh
Unbelievable stories of India-Pakistan Partition post the end of British Raj by Khushwant Singh is a must read. Real, raw and horror tales of Hindus and Muslims from the political surroundings during the Partition.
“Poor people cannot afford to have morals. So they have religion.”
7. The Second lady
Irving Wallace
You won’t put the book down unless you read it till the end! With a powerful story of political thrill and a Soviet Union spy replacing the US First Lady and an awesome climax, this book demands attention of every book worm.
“Not fair, Andrew. Don’t treat me like a second-class citizen. You’ve always confided in me. I’ve confided in you. You’re interested in what I do every day. Well, I’m just as interested in what you do. We’re a team, Andrew. We share. So don’t suddenly go chauvinist and relegate me to the kitchen.”
8. The Alchemist
Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho in his most renowned novel, shares with us the story of Santiago, the shepherd boy on a journey to realize his “Personal Legend” has inspired people all over the world to live their dreams.
“It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.”
9. Many Lives, Many Masters
Dr. Brian Weiss
To get into the sphere of metaphysics and its wide realm… Cast a glance through this book and enjoy the binge of lives changing…..
“Happiness comes from within. It is not dependent on external things or on other people. You become vulnerable and can be easily hurt when your feelings of security and happiness depend on the behavior and actions of other people. Never give your power to anyone else.”
Although this list could go miles, we have presented our preferences. Let us know your choices of books!
