It's the most relatable feeling in the world: we've all had a period of time where we've felt lonely, even when surrounded by people. Whether for escapism or inspiration, what books have helped us survive that rubbish feeling of being alone? We've packed our first aid kits.
Angela's first aid kit:
The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien
Red Dust: A Path Through China by Ma Jian
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
Nicola's first aid kit:
The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton
Other resources/books we mention:
Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo
Forgotten Women: The Leaders by Zing Tsjeng
Joseph Anton: A Memoir by Salman Rushdie
Violent Borders: Refugees and the Right to Move by Reece Jones
dear juliet... from Jessie Burton's blog
Find us on Twitter @firstaidlit and share your thoughts - what would you pack in your first aid kit? Let us know.
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