Summer ReadsEven though summer is coming to a close, nothing should end the feeling of lounging in t

Summer ReadsEven though summer is coming to a close, nothing should end the feeling of lounging in the sun with a book in hand. These following books will broaden your mind with unique thoughts and foreign lands, and inspire you so much that you’ll feel like you’re wandering in an unknown place once again just like you did in your summer adventures. + Summer in Algiers- Albert CamusAlbert Camus’ famous collection ‘The Myth of Sisyphus’, may be tedious to many, but within it are many hidden gems – ‘Summer of Algiers’ is one of them.  The light-hearted, descriptive style of writing is beautifully crafted to recreate the beauty of Algiers. Spanning only a few pages, I completed this on a bus en route to a beach located faraway from the city followed by another similar essay called ‘The Minotaur’. When I arrived at the beach I had a remarkable appreciation for the sparkle in seas, the simple joys of sunbathers; and a strong nostalgia for a city that I’ve never been to – oceans across and decades ago. + On Photography- Susan SontagAs someone that loves taking photos, this book gave me a new perspective on photography and it’s impact in the 21st century. It is extremely relevant in a time of visual culture especially with the presence of apps such as Instagram and Snapchat. After reading this book I became aware of the implications of photography, and conscious of the power this art form has on perception and understanding. + The Secret History- Donna TarttLast summer I completed the literary genius ‘The Goldfinch,’ a book that is more similar to a brick than a readable text with it’s 784 pages. This rewarding experience inspired me to try ‘The Secret History,’ a more compact and shorter read. However, this does not make it lacking of Tartt’s interesting style. Themes such as art and beauty that are found in her other works are present in this too. While the storyline might be slightly disturbing at times, after all it starts off with a murder, but one thing is for sure: the gripping story line surely makes it hard to put down once you start reading. + The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe- CS LewisIt is safe to say that Narnia (just like Harry Potter) were the books of my childhood. Many long summer days were spent lying on my bed, reading these captivating fantasies, imagining what Aslan would be like in real life. The idea of talking trees, white witches and a wardrobe that can transport you to a mysterious place was (and still is) so fascinating to me that I believe anyone, even adults will be blown away by the rich imagination that flows through the lines of CS Lewis. + Franny and Zooey- JD Salinger Although I’ve read this book a few summers back, very little books have stuck with me for so long. Just like ‘The Catcher in the Rye’, it isn’t written to be interesting; in fact it lacks thrilling plot points to create the slight excitement. Instead, it is a book that examines the human condition with great precision, leaving small details for you to relish in by the time the story closes. Article by Yuk-Ting | Photos by Erica Choi -- source link

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