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Life 100 Years Ago – 10 Things I Learned from a 20’s French Almanac | Art of Saudade

In the heart of Lyon’s Sunday flea markets, I stumbled upon a fascinating artifact – a weathered 1927 Almanac. The Almanac, a treasure trove of information from times gone by, served as a window into the lives and minds of our ancestors, providing insights into their thoughts, habits, and quirks. As I delved into the yellowed pages of this relic, I discovered a world that … Continue reading Life 100 Years Ago – 10 Things I Learned from a 20’s French Almanac | Art of Saudade

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Embark on a Literary Journey: Overcoming Reading Burnout with Cortazar’s Hopscotch! 🌟

“Hopscotches, childish rituals of pebbling and hopping to enter Heaven.” Hey, bookworms and literature enthusiasts! Remember my pledge in November to conquer the post-reading burnout blues? If you missed the challenge, catch up here. Now, the big question – did I succeed? Well, I wouldn’t say I failed either, and here’s why. Against the advice of many, I opted for a hefty tome. Not just … Continue reading Embark on a Literary Journey: Overcoming Reading Burnout with Cortazar’s Hopscotch! 🌟

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Rediscovering the Joy of Reading: My November Challenge | Art of Saudade

Hey there, fellow book enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had moments in your life when you couldn’t put a book down, devouring pages and pages in a single sitting. That’s exactly how I used to be during my college days as a literature student. I could easily breeze through a hundred pages a day, and the library felt like my second home. … Continue reading Rediscovering the Joy of Reading: My November Challenge | Art of Saudade