We’ve compiled a list of highly-rated books about the Thirties, including classic literature, historical fiction novels, and non-fiction reads about fascinating topics.

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WEST WITH GIRAFFES

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LETTERS ACROSS THE SEA

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FLIGHT OF DREAMS

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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS

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THE MITFORD AFFAIR

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THE SAINTS OF SWALLOW HILL

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THE NIGHTINGALE

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

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We’ve compiled a list of highly-rated books about the Thirties, including classic literature, historical fiction novels, and non-fiction reads about fascinating topics.

Book Set in the 1930s

WEST WITH GIRAFFES

LETTERS ACROSS THE SEA

This book combines page-turning fiction with facets of WW2 history that most know little about!

Setting: 1933 and 1939, Toronto and Hong Kong

FLIGHT OF DREAMS

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS

THE MITFORD AFFAIR

The six Mitford sisters were fixtures in British society between World Wars. This slow-paced, character-driven novel is based on a real family ripped apart by politics.

Setting: 1930s, England

THE SAINTS OF SWALLOW HILL

THE NIGHTINGALE

The Nightingale tells the story of French sisters Vianne and Isabelle, who have always been at odds. As the war wages on, both sisters learn who they are and what they can do.

Setting: 1939, France

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

We suggest rereading this classic from high school. You'll probably get more this time!

Setting: 1933, Alabama

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