The Best Egyptian Books | A Top 10
It’s amazing how we read about different countries and cities being destroyed by war and natural calamities, etc. And then people rebuilt everything into something entirely new. This somehow shortens the history span in our collective memory. But Egypt is different. Despite wars, calamities, and the passage of centuries, Egypt remains old in its true […]
Ultimate List of Native American Books To Read Now
Recently, I wrote about Indigenous books, discussing different Indigenous authors from around the globe. In that post, I focused on Indigenous communities that many people might not be familiar with. I didn’t cover any Native American books or authors, despite Native Americans belonging to some of the most well-known Indigenous peoples with a rich history […]
10 Books About Plants You Need To Read Now
There are many elements around us like air, light, water, soil and plants that we take for granted. Just consider plants, for example, on how they shape our lives in profound ways. They feed us, heal us, and even communicate in ways science is only beginning to understand. Human connection with plants is something of […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
The Best Global Novels I Read in 2024
The regular readers of CulturalReads very well know that I share lists of my favourite books and movies every year. There’s not only a personal preference but an inspiration behind these lists. The very inspiration which defines Cultural Reads. And, that inspiration is to write about the culture, art, and history of countries that we […]
