Books Like "The Dictionary of Lost Words"
A young girl discovers the words excluded from the Oxford English Dictionary—and the women erased from history.
If you loved it, try these next
- The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer — Another meticulously researched historical novel that brings overlooked stories to light with similar literary depth and emotional resonance.
- The Birth House by Ami McKay — Features a strong female protagonist fighting to preserve women's knowledge and traditions against institutional male authority.
- The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd — Imagines the untold story of a woman erased from history, with similar themes of female voice and agency in patriarchal societies.
- The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton — Combines historical mystery with feminist themes and features a young woman discovering hidden truths in a richly detailed period setting.
- The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry — Literary historical fiction with intellectual themes, strong sense of place, and exploration of how knowledge and belief systems shape society.
That's the general verdict — find out if The Dictionary of Lost Words matches YOUR taste.
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