A Scottish wedding led this Malaysian family on an unexpected literary trail
HAVE you noticed how kind people in bookstores are? They talk to one another, ask for book recommendations, help each other find a title or feel compelled to commend a good book or choice.
A Scottish wedding sparked an unexpected literary journey for a Malaysian family. Iman, the daughter, announced her wedding plans a year ago, and the family began preparing for the trip, both to celebrate and to spend time together in Europe. The original plan was to visit bookstores, as the family is avid readers, but the itinerary grew to include stops in multiple countries.
The family journey began in the United Kingdom, where they visited bookstores such as Hatchards and Waterstones on Piccadilly. They also explored the Notting Hill Bookshop, which had been featured in the film Notting Hill, but had since closed. In the south of France, they stayed in Nice and sampled various bookstores, engaging in conversations with the book sellers in rapid questions and translation.
Their trip continued through Italy, where they discovered Libreria Pinocchio, a charming children's bookshop. Throughout their journey, the family discovered numerous books and created lasting memories.
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