10 Books About Congo DRC You Need To Read
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo DRC) has a contrasting history. It has a great culture, a long history, and natural resources. If we consider the land area, it’s the second largest country in Africa and the 11th largest in the world. So, with abundant natural resources in a vast land, external powers have […]
The Best Pakistani Novels & Books on Pakistani Culture
Pakistan often finds itself in the spotlight for good, bad, and ugly reasons. The reason is quite simple: it is a nation of contrasts and complexities and at war with itself. But beyond the headlines, it is also a country of history, rich cultural traditions, spicy food, and breathtaking landscapes. At CulturalReads, we discuss topics […]
The Best Mariachi Songs | A Top 14
What country has the best music in the world? It’s a question with many answers. However, if you ask, which country’s music is the best to dance to? The straight answer would be mariachi songs from Mexico. Mariachi music is a vibrant part of Mexican culture. It is a traditional Mexican folk music that combines […]
Read Differently! 10 of the Best Indigenous Books Worldwide
If you are a regular reader of CulturalReads, you probably very well know that I wrote about some Indigenous books in the spiritual books. So, I thought, why not cover books only written by Indigenous authors? There’s a reason for that, as I find the works of Indigenous people quite fascinating, revealing and full of […]
Best Nigerian Books | 10 Great Writers To Start With
We often use the words ‘overrated’ and ‘underrated’ for almost everything we dislike or like. And, that is a bit problematic as it gives us an excuse to not talk about any topic that we don’t know or are not interested to know. But if in all honesty, we discuss the merits of these words, […]
What Country Has The Best Music In The World? The Ultimate Showdown
What country has the best music in the world? Well, it’s a tricky question to answer. Suppose, if you are from Kenya, Turkey, or Malaysia, you could claim that my country produces the best music. Well, you’re right to claim that! But there’s more to it than meets the eye. We all know that the […]
Why You Need To Let Go of These Mexican Stereotypes
Stereotypes about cultures, people, and countries are not something new. They often stem from historical misconceptions, media portrayals, and limited cultural exposure. When such factors are combined, people tend to make general assumptions, which turn into stereotypes. Mexican stereotypes are no different, as there are scores of stereotypes about Mexicans. And when it comes to […]
10 Eye-Opening Books About Migration You Need To Read
Recently, I wrote the following introduction to a book in the best Italian books: For centuries, people have moved across continents, rivers, oceans, and barren lands. What was once a migration in old times has become immigration in modern times. In older times, the reason was food and security. But now, people immigrate due to […]
Read These 10 Best Indian Novels for Epic Narratives
When I wrote about Russian literature books, I opined that Russian literature and its vast geography are perfect analogies for their sprawling canvases. What about India? Is there any analogy that fits India? I highly doubt it. After all, it’s a land of vibrant diversity, grand history, multiple cultures, and vibrant art and literature. And […]
Fantastic Global YouTube Music Channels To Explore New Tunes
Music has always been a universal language, as it has a way of connecting people across continents. I recently wrote about an interesting trend of European bands mixing, where non-Europeans in Europe collaborate/mix with European bands/music. For many in Europe, this may be new. However, fusions of different musical genres across cultures are as old […]
