“I have always seen reading as a window to other worlds”. – Kristalina Georgieva, Vice-President of the European Commission
I have always seen reading as a window to other worlds. It gives me the chance to widen my horizons. Physics of …
“I really feel that reading opens up our minds – and our hearts – to other people, to other cultures and to our shared history as human beings”. – Commissioner Věra Jourová
As a European Commissioner, an essential part of my job involves reading a lot – briefings, speeches, and policy documents! However, my …
Throughout our human journey, as we lose our illusions, it is essential not to lose our enthusiasm for life, says José Manuel Barroso, President of the EC
Fernando Pessoa, frequently considered one of the greatest if not the greatest Portuguese poet of the 20th Century, has among his heteronyms …
I always try to find a moment for literature, says Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva
I spend a good part of my time on planes or other transport that brings me to some of the most difficult …
Commissioner Janusz Lewandowski for the “Get Caught Reading” campaign
The rise and fall of the great powers is a classic for whomever wants to understand our world today. How did some …
EU Commissioner Johannes Hahn for “Get Caught Reading”
Why have I chosen this book? The answer is simple: The Danube is my passion, reading is my passion and the combination …
It is important to make the effort to keep our cultural heritage alive, says Commissioner Neelie Kroes
Here I am reading my favourite book – “Stoner” by John Williams. It’s just a tale about an ordinary man leading an …
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 …