This summer, The Library Under the Treetops transforms Slovenia’s urban spaces into serene literary retreats again. Nestled under the cool shade of city lawns, stairways, and courtyards, these libraries invite you to escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in a world of books. The reading islands offer a peaceful haven for literature enthusiasts, even extending beyond Slovenia’s borders.
For the past five years, EUNIC Ljubljana has enhanced this event with a dedicated bookshelf of European literature, showcasing the rich literary heritage of various countries. In 2024, we proudly present new titles from across Europe:
- Hungary – Liszt Institute: Kako postaneš šampion by Judit Polgár – An inspiring journey in the world of chess from one of the best grandmasters of the globe.
- Switzerland – Embassy of Switzerland: Ptice by Germano Zullo – A delightful Swiss children's book about the wonders of nature.
- Poland – Embassy of Poland: Pupa (originally Lala) by Jacek Dehnel – A touching Polish novel exploring family history.
- Spain – Cervantes Institute: Napalm v srcu by Pol Guasch – A powerful Spanish story of love and resistance.
- France – French Institute: Najskrivnejši spomin človeštva by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr – A French novel on identity and memory.
- France – French Institute: Resnično življenje by Adeline Dieudonné – A gripping French tale of resilience.
- France – French Institute: Kaj pomeni ljubiti by Mathieu Lindon – A thoughtful French exploration of love.
- Ireland – Embassy of Ireland: Transatlantic by Colum McCann – An Irish-American saga connecting historical narratives.
- Italy – Italian Cultural Institute: Zgodba Zgodb by Giambattista Basile – An Italian collection of timeless fairy tales.
- Austria – Austrian Cultural Forum: Slovenski Gradec | Slowenisches Graz by Simon Ošlak-Gerasimov – A bilingual exploration of Austrian-Slovenian cultural ties.
- Austria – Austrian Cultural Forum: Weggehen für Anfänger / Odhajanja za začetnike by Cvetka Lipuš – Austrian poetry on departure and belonging.
- Germany – Goethe Institute: Iz jezika, ki ga ni by Fabjan Hafner – A German-Slovenian reflection on language.
- Germany – Goethe Institute: Mein Nachbar auf der Wolke by Matthias Göritz, Amalija Maček, Aleš Šteger – A German-Slovenian exploration of neighbourliness.
This diverse selection invite you to explore new cultures and perspectives, all within the tranquil setting of The Library Under the Treetops. Join us and let the pages of a good book transport you to new worlds under the gentle canopy of nature.