Extra! Extra! Find out all about the beautiful Seychelles archipelago through a myriad of books; from art to local stories to scientific finds in bookstores in Victoria.
There is no friend as loyal as a book, said Ernest Hemingway and he is definitely not wrong. Books give a deeper insight into a topic that helps you to understand it better. On Mahé you can find novels and art that give you that edge. William McAteer has written a series of novels based on the rich and interesting history of Seychelles, starting with the first bout of settlers and the slaves they brought with them. His books bring about a new-found knowledge in how the Seychellois culture was cultivated and made unique to its islands.
Find books by McAteer here for purchase at the Chanterelle and Antigone bookshops in Victoria.
Books that focus on art are also a big deal in Seychelles. Besides descriptive words, pictures play a powerful part in our lives. A famous artist on Mahé by the name of Michael Adams is responsible for a gorgeous book based on sketches of Seychellois' he had been drawing since he arrived in Seychelles in 1972. "Island Souls" is a beautiful representation of Adams' initial thoughts and views of the island when he first arrived and can be found at Chanterelle for purchase.
If you are more invested in the flora and fauna of the islands then perhaps a guidebook or scientific finds is what you need. There is a large accumulation of these types at the bookstores and even more at the one located at the airport.
Seychelles books are a great addition to your holiday and even your coffee table where they can be a proper conversation starter. One of the things we pride ourselves on as a nation is our beauty and culture and it is our honor to share them with everyone.
"There is no friend as loyal as a book."
--Ernest Hemingway
