About this Event
Join us for an evening of books, conversation, and community as we celebrate books about, for and written by queer people. Please note, this event will be hosted in English.
Book of the Month
This month, we'll be reading The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin.
About the Book: Genly Ai is an ethnologist observing the people of the planet Gethen, a world perpetually in winter. The people there are androgynous, normally neuter, but they can become male ot female at the peak of their sexual cycle. They seem to Genly Ai alien, unsophisticated and confusing.
But he is drawn into the complex politics of the planet and, during a long, tortuous journey across the ice with a politician who has fallen from favor and has been outcast, he loses his professional detachment and reaches a painful understanding of the true nature of Gethenians and, in a moving and memorable sequence, even finds love...
Get Your Copy: You can purchase the book on our website and choose in-store pickup or home delivery.
What To Expect From Our Book Clubs
Love books and great discussions? Our book club is the perfect place to connect with fellow readers, share thoughts, and explore new perspectives. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, you’re welcome to join!
Expect a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, great company, and engaging conversations over drinks. Grab your copy of the book and come along to listen and be part of the discussion!
The Venue
Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine.
How To Find Us
By Metro: We're situated a 5-minute walk from the Campo Pequeno metro (Yellow line) and a 10-minute walk from the Alameda metro (Green & Red lines).
By Bus: There are many convenient bus options 2 blocks away from us on Avenida República, with the closest stop to our store being Campo Pequeno-Av. Republica.
By Bike: If you're using the Gira public bicycles, there is a docking station right across the street (#431 - Rua do Arco Cego / Av. Magalhães Lima).
By Car: There is a paid parking lot across the street, between Rua Arco do Cego and Rua Dona Filipa de Vilhena. Street parking is also available around the neighborhood.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Good Company Books, 2 Avenida Visconde de Valmor, Lisboa, Portugal
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