85th Lisbon Book Fair

During my stay in Lisbon, I had the chance to go to the Book Fair in Parque Eduardo VII; it is the biggest showcase of Portuguese publishing industry, with over two hundred pavilions and hundreds of publishers and booksellers. Farturas from “A Otário” were also part of the party (they’re like sweet donuts sprinkled with cinnamon and are traditional in fairs).

I didn't know from where to start in this book wonderland! I remembered a quote by Maud Casey: "I was born with a reading list I will never finish."

I always lose my head over books… but on that Monday early and late afternoon, after many hours wandering and turning pages, I only bought two books, thinking about the weight of my luggage and the lack of spare space at home. It’s a fact: sometimes I hear my library closet making bizarre noises; I think one of these days it might break into a thousand pieces.

But back to the Fair: it really is a wondrous space for everyone in search of literary novelties, meeting with our favorite author or, simply, walking surrounded by books in the most beautiful city park you can imagine.

This Fair lasts fifteen days, from end of May to mid-June. So, sorry ladies and gents, for you it's too late… but if you happen to be in Lisbon around that time next year, do take a stroll there!