Discover the captivating essence of Lisbon in this collection of tales from residents, visitors, and people who have fallen in love with this ancient and quirky city. Uncover what the locals really think of tourists — wherever they come from; feel your heart race as the sea-creatures take their revenge; accompany a solo visitor on an internal and external voyage; bear witness to a life-changing incident that unfolds inside an otherwise ordinary café; take a walk with an inspirational poet;...

Lisbon is a city of stories. They swirl like the Tagus tide, carrying whispered secrets through winding alleys and slip between the stones of forgotten ruins. In Living, Loving, Longing Lisbon, past and present blur, love and loss entwine, and the city comes alive. A one-night stand leads to a shocking transformation. A chance meeting on a train sparks a romance shadowed by history. A bitter Christmas wish takes an unsettling turn. Ancient gods, fading from memory, gather for a meal, while...

Can you love a city? Yes, and Lisbon is a great example. This European capital city is a bustling metropolis that averages 300 days of sunshine a year. Tourists flock here in ever-increasing numbers for the history, culture, great food, and people that have inspired this short anthology of Lisbon stories. The authors in this book come from all corners of the world. Some live here, while others have visited and fallen in love. Each of their tales shines a new and unique light on the city. T...