Around the World in 80 Novels curates classic and contemporary books that foreground their settings and evoke a sense of place. Get inspiration and tips for your next vacation, or dive in to plan an armchair adventure.

Sometimes the setting of a novel is as important as the story—where would Dickens be without London, or Edith Wharton without New York? Who can read Jamaica Inn and not want to visit Bodmin Moor, or enjoy Alexander McCall Smith’s No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and not wonder whether Botswana should be on your bucket list?

Covering every corner of the world, from the most visited cities of Europe to the rural outposts of Australia, there are classics by famous authors, alongside works by new writers. Some are a native of the country featured, while others are an outside observer, recreating the attraction of the unknown.

Whether you have already decided on a destination and want to get a feel for the place, or you are just looking for ideas for your next getaway, Around the World in 80 Novels is full of inspirational reads that will fire your imagination and have you reaching for your suitcase.