The Hidden Struggle of Living Abroad: How Distance Turns Books into Forbidden Treasures
Ever found yourself craving the feel of a real book in your hands, rather than squinting at a digital screen? Living abroad, especially before the age of instant e-books, turns this craving into a real struggle. Imagine being a devoted reader trapped in a foreign land, juggling the high prices and sparse availability of books in your native tongue—it’s like searching for a needle in a haystack. I’ve been there, scavenging through less-than-glamorous spots just to sate that hunger for stories that truly feed the soul. And really, isn’t there something sacred about the first book you ever loved—the one that feels like a dear old friend? This piece dives deep into how books become our emotional lifelines, especially when the world around us feels distant and unfamiliar. Ready to explore the beautiful obsession of carrying “emergency rations” of books wherever life takes you? LEARN MORE.
