For those of you armchair travelers out there, this is a lovely little book of vignettes, each by a different writer, detailing their widespread and varied travel stories. The vast majority of them are tales of, well, the kindness of strangers.
One of my favorite aspects of traveling to new places is the shared human experiences that occur. It is easy to recognize differences with other cultures; however put me in that culture, and, every time, I am reminded that we have more in common than I could ever imagine. This book is a celebration of interactions, of generosity, and of love. It is especially inspiring to read at a time when more and more polarizing events seem to be taking place in our current affairs. For anyone who dreams of connecting with others and visiting distant lands, this book is a quick but satisfying read.
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