These 10 books will have you feeling inspired for your journey abroad.
‘The Mobile Life’
The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition is linked to skills that will help you transition to a new life.
‘We Need New Names’
This story of a young girl’s journey out of Zimbabwe and to America is unbelievably powerful.
‘A Concise Chinese English Dictionary for Lovers’
The novel of a young Chinese woman’s journey to the West touches on themes of identity and the cultural divide.
‘My Life in France’
This story of how Julia Child’s move to France led her to her love of cooking will have you wondering what passions you’ll find abroad.
‘In a Sunburned Country’
Bill Bryson’s funny stories about his journey through Australia will inspire you to adopt the same cheery attitude for your travels.
‘Expat Women: Confessions’
This book will answer all your most pressing questions about living abroad.
‘Brick Lane’
This novel, about a woman who moves from Bangladesh to London for an arranged marriage, is multi-continental and richly drawn.
‘Go Your Own Way: Women Travel the World Solo’
Women recount the thrills of traveling solo in 23 beautiful essays that will leave you feeling brave and inspired.
‘Good Girl’s Guide to Getting Lost’
Rachel Friedman’s memoir about moving to Australia is full of friendship and adventure.
‘A Moveable Feast’
Ernest Hemingway’s account of Paris life in the ’20s is the quintessential expat memoir.
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