About the Book: The Book of Records by Madeleine Thien is an extraordinary work of literary fiction that weaves together history, philosophy, memory, migration, and human resilience across different eras and cultures. Through the journey of Lina and her father, and encounters with remarkable figures from 17th-century Amsterdam, Tang Dynasty China, and Nazi-era Germany, the novel explores identity, faith, exile, and the enduring power of ideas. Perfect for readers of historical literary fiction, philosophical novels, and character-driven storytelling, this thought-provoking novel is both ambitious and deeply moving.