Budapest Silent Book Club – Monthly Book Club: Madonna in a Fur Coat

Hello everyone,

Welcome to the Monthly Book Club — the discussion edition of the Budapest Silent Book Club for those who enjoy reading the same book and sharing thoughts together.

Each month, we pick a short book or novella (under 200 pages) — something impactful and easy to finish. The focus is on accessible reads and relaxed, thoughtful conversations.

This time, based on the recent poll in our Goodreads group, we'll be diving into the poignant and evocative Turkish classic: Madonna in a Fur Coat (1943) by Sabahattin Ali. This semi-autobiographical novel follows the life of a young Turkish man in 1920s Berlin who falls deeply in love with a liberated artist named Maria Puder. It's a tender yet tragic exploration of love, loneliness, cultural clashes, and the fleeting nature of human connections, told through a frame narrative that adds layers of mystery and introspection.

🕕 Time: 19:00–21:00 – Group discussion about the book (no silent reading hour this time)
📍 Location: Altair Teaház

I’ll bring a few discussion prompts, but everyone’s thoughts are welcome. Whether you loved the book, found it challenging, or didn’t manage to finish — you’re invited.

If you want to have your say on the next book, join the poll in our Goodreads group!

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