- “Night Train to Lisbon” by Pascal Mercier: This philosophical novel follows the journey of a Swiss teacher who abandons his life to explore the mysteries of a Portuguese author, set against the backdrop of Lisbon’s streets.
- “The Book of Disquiet” by Fernando Pessoa: Although not strictly a novel, this work by one of Portugal’s most esteemed poets delves into the musings, reflections, and inner monologues of a semi-autobiographical character living in Lisbon.
- “The Maias” by Eça de Queirós: Set in 19th-century Lisbon, this novel portrays the decline of a wealthy Portuguese family alongside the social classes prominent during that period.
- “Night in Lisbon” by Erich Maria Remarque: Written by the acclaimed author of “All Quiet on the Western Front,” this gripping novel tells the story of two refugees during World War II who find themselves in Lisbon as they try to escape the Nazi regime.
- “Blindness” by José Saramago: Although not exclusively set in Lisbon, this dystopian novel partially takes place in the city, exploring the breakdown of society as people inexplicably start losing their vision.
- “Death in the Garden” by Elizabeth Ironside: A murder mystery set in Lisbon’s Estrela district, where a diverse cast of characters unravels a and suspenseful plot.
- “Baltasar and Blimunda” by José Saramago: This historical novel takes place in 18th-century Lisbon and revolves around the lives of two main characters who become deeply entwined and embark on a mystical quest.
- “Jerusalem” by Gonçalo M. Tavares: This novel is composed of four individual stories set in Lisbon, each exploring different aspects of humanity and society, creating a multifaceted portrait of the city.
- “The Elephant’s Journey” by José Saramago: While the majority of this book is set outside of Lisbon, the epic journey of an Indian elephant and its mahout passing through the city serves as a prominent backdrop.
- “The Year of the Death of Ricardo Reis” by José Saramago: Another work by the Nobel laureate, this novel follows a character named Ricardo Reis who returns to Lisbon after years spent in Brazil, offering a glimpse into the city during the 1930s.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Lisbon
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