A Journey Through the Self
A compilation of books (mostly fiction) in which the main character/s set out on a journey, leading to moments of meditation, introspection, meandering walks through the memory, conflicts with both the self, the path, and others, and ultimately: change, for both the characters and the reader. In these novels, the journey is more important than the destination.
Recommendations are welcome!
created by amanda_the_tangerine
last updated August, 2026
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Yes!!!!!! I love this list.
Might I suggest “Morning and Evening” by Jon Fosse? It’s a very meandering stream of consciousness about a man reflecting on his life as he walks around the town he lives in one last time.
That sounds perfect for this list, indeed! Thank you!
The title of this list ::chef's kiss::
yes yes yes!! love everything about this
I had a feeling this would be right up your alley 🙂↕️
not you finally blessing us with the gift of lists!! keep em coming <3
Aww 🫶 I'll try! It's crazy because I had made only one other list before when I had just started, and now all of a sudden I don't know what bit me but I made four lists in less than 24 hours (they were mostly already compiled in private shelfs of mine, but still, I was possessed😂)
Ooooo this is so cool!
I'm glad you think so! It's one of my favorite tropes 🙂↕️
