The kindness of strangers

The Kindness of Strangers


Tales of fate and fortune on the road including original stories by Jan Morris, Tim Cahill Simon Winchester and Dave Eggers. Edited by Don George


A timely collection of 26 inspiring tales, The Kindness of Strangers explores the unexpected human connections that so often transfigure and transform the experience of travel,

and celebrates the gift of kindness around the world.


I greatly appreciate the theme of this book that gathers stories of kindness received when it was most needed and perhaps least expected. I am sure they will inspire everyone who reads them, encouraging each of us to take whatever opportunities arise to be kind to others in turn.

– HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA



The Kindness of Strangers is a wonderful companion for travel. It enlarges us, reminds us

that serendipity is one of the ultimate joys of life’s constant journey.

– AMY TAN