Over the holidays we have more time to immerse ourselves in other worlds, reflect on the year and perhaps learn something new. Anyone who reads sees more of the world. Especially with these five books.

The renowned writer of French-Moroccan origin, known for her courageous exploration of taboo topics, is considered an important figure in the contemporary French literary scene. In her deeply personal work, she tells of a unique night that she spent alone in the Museo Punta della Dogana in Venice, a historic customs house that symbolizes the meeting of Orient and Occident and is closely interwoven with her own history. The author takes us through the stages of her life: from her childhood in Rabat to everyday life in Paris as a mother and author to her life in the tension between different cultures. She examines her role as a committed writer and socio-political activist and reflects on the transformative power of literature.

Luchterhand literary publisher

The scent of flowers at night by Leïla Slimani

The book stirs up a lot of dust in our imagination of medieval Europe. This is about women who were much more than just housewives: They fought against Vikings, worked as spies and were not afraid to poison enemies. Nevertheless, the image of oppressed femininity in a patriarchal society dominates our view of the Middle Ages. Janina Ramirez brings these women back into the spotlight in her book. It tells captivating stories of strong personalities such as the powerful Queen Jadwiga of Poland, the fearless warrior &AElig;thelfl&aelig;d and the unique healer Hildegard of Bingen. Ramirez opens our eyes to a colorful panorama of female lives that show the diversity and color of the so-called &ldquo;Dark Ages&rdquo;.

Building a publishing house

Femina by Janina Ramirez

In "The Woman in Me," Britney Spears breaks her silence and shares her moving life story that has garnered worldwide attention. When she testified in court in June 2021, it was a turning point that affected her life and those of many others. In her book, she reveals her complete, impressive story and shows the inner strength that marks her as one of the most important pop artists of all time. Spears presents her memories with openness and humor, underlines the importance of music and love in her life and emphasizes why it is so important, especially for women, to tell their story independently and in their own words. The Woman in Me is a brave and deeply moving story of freedom, fame, motherhood, faith and hope.

Penguin Publishing

The Woman in Me by Britney Spears

The book about Marina Abramović is considered "the art book" of the decade. It presents never-before-seen images and provides new insights resulting from exclusive access to Abramović and her personal archive and was released alongside the opening of her exhibition at the Royal Academy, the first major show by a female artist in the 250-year history of the Academy applies. The work brings together exclusive interviews and fascinating ephemera from Abramović's personal archives, creating a powerful visual representation of her life and work. With over 700 photographs, Abramović provides insight into her most important works and personal challenges, skillfully combining emotion and humor. This book bridges the boundaries between the artist and her art and represents an important milestone in the life of one of the world's most influential performance artists.

Laurence King Publishers

Marina Abramovic: A picture biography

"Bitch" is a revolutionary insight into the role of the female in the animal kingdom. Lucy Cooke challenges outdated, patriarchal ideas and looks at the female gender in the animal world from a feminist perspective: Cooke presents examples such as cannibalistic praying mantises, female lemurs that dominate their male counterparts, and female albatrosses that cooperate in raising their young. An entertaining yet insightful article that turns our view of female behavior and gender roles in the animal kingdom on its head.

Books for your Christmas Wishlist: By Women for Women

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