“There is nothing better than reading a good book”, says Hannu Takkula, MEP
There is nothing better than reading a good book, be it fact or fiction, says Hannu Takkula, Member of the European Parliament, …
Gay Mitchell, MEP, supports “Get Caught Reading”
Gay Mitchell, Member of the European Parliament, supports “Get Caught Reading”. What to see other Members of the European Parliament being “caught” …
Commissioner László Andor was “caught” reading for the Get Caught Reading campaign
My favourite book is: Keynes: The Return of the Master by Robert Skidelsky, published in 2009, says László Andor, EU Commissioner for Employment, …
I always try to find time to read a good book, says EU Commissioner Algirdas Šemeta
Notwithstanding my busy work schedule, I always try to find time to read a good book, says Algirdas Šemeta, European Commissioner for taxation, …
Reading is a way of refuelling for the race of life, says Commissioner Janez Potočnik
I simply can’t choose only one book. It would be unfair. Five, or six … maybe 🙂 , said Janez Potočnik, European Commissioner for …
E-readers allow me to read wherever I am, says Marietje Schaake, MEP
In my job it is hard to read much beyond policy papers. But I am currently re-reading a favorite book Love in …
Books can be a window on another world, a world of opportunity and endless possibilities
Books can be a window on another world, a world of opportunity and endless possibilities. They have the ability to inspire readers …
Sarunas Birutis, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Lithuania, for the “Get Caught Reading” campaign
The Minister of Culture of the Republic of Lithuania Sarunas Birutis is reading a traditional Lithuanian fairy-tale “Devyniabrole”. ©Ramunas Danisevicius
Rein Lang, Estonian Minister of Culture, supports “Get Caught Reading”
Mr Rein Lang, Estonian Minister of Culture, was “caught” reading Mesmer’s Circle, by Jaan Kross. Jaan Kross’s novels and short stories are almost universally historical; indeed, …
You live several lives while reading, says EU Commissioner Tonio Borg
Whilst I strongly recommend reading I shall repeat what William Styron said:” A great book should leave you with many experiences, and …