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Bruce Chatwin

In Patagonia

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"In Patagonia" is a must-read for travelers seeking an immersive, reflective journey. Chatwin's style of weaving captivating narratives with history and culture makes it more than just a travelogue. His roving structure, unusual for travel writing, and his brilliant personality make this book unique. It's a reflection on the internal landscapes and the relationships that shape our travels.

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Ed Caesar

Two Hours : The Quest to Run the Impossible Marathon

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WINNER OF THE CROSS SPORTS BOOK AWARD FOR NEW WRITER OF THE YEAR 2016Two Hours by Ed Caesar - the quest to run the impossible marathon, by the acclaimed writer with inside access to Nike's #Breaking2 project'The marathon tethers runners to their own personal narratives. It is a question of how you grow. Nothing but your own body will sustain you; everything you have done in your life until the moment you cross the finishing line is connected to the effort' Two hours, to cover 26 miles and 385 yards. It is running's Everest, a feat once seen as impossible for the human body. But now we can glimpse the mountain-top. The sub-two hour marathon will require an exceptional feat of speed, mental strength and endurance. The pioneer will have to endure more, live braver, plan better, and be luckier than his forbearers. So who is he? In this spellbinding book, Ed Caesar takes us into the world of the elite of the the greatest marathoners on earth. Through the stories of these rich characters, and their troubled lives, he traces the history of the marathon as well as the science, physiology and psychology involved in running so fast, for so long. And he shows us why this most democratic of races retains its savage, enthralling appeal - why we are drawn to test ourselves to the limit. 'Ed Caesar's treatment of the near-mythical two-hour marathon is both implacably scientific and wonderfully reverential. As a former marathoner I deeply appreciate both. The prose hums along effortlessly and the topic is one of the most profound there the absolute limits of human performance. Reading a book that combines those two things is one of the great pleasures in life'Sebastian Junger, author of The Perfect Storm 'I didn't think any book could make me interested in marathon running. Two Hours did that and much more. Ed Caesar's in depth reporting explores one of sport's ultimate is there a final human boundary and, if so, where? A terrific elegant, engaging and rewarding'Ed Smith, former England cricketer and author of Luck

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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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Scott Jurek

North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail

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North is a captivating read that documents Scott Jurek's journey to breaking records on the Appalachian Trail- covering 2,200 miles between Georgia and Maine. With insights into running and descriptions of the route's awe-inspiring landscape, North will leave you inspired, whether or not running is your thing.

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Finnegan William

Barbarian Days : A Surfing Life

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WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR BIOGRAPHY 2016 WINNER OF THE 2016 WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE Surfing only looks like a sport. To devotees, it is something else entirely: a beautiful addiction, a mental and physical study, a passionate way of life. William Finnegan first started surfing as a young boy in California and Hawaii. Barbarian Days is his immersive memoir of a life spent travelling the world chasing waves through the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, Africa and beyond. Finnegan describes the edgy yet enduring brotherhood forged among the swell of the surf; and recalling his own apprenticeship to the world's most famous and challenging waves, he considers the intense relationship formed between man, board and water. Barbarian Days is an old-school adventure story, a social history, an extraordinary exploration of one man's gradual mastering of an exacting and little-understood art. It is a memoir of dangerous obsession and enchantment.

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Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air : A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster

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Into Thin Air offers a harrowing first-hand account of the 1996 Everest disaster, where Jon Krakauer was a part of a group climbing the world's highest mountain. Full of suspense and emotions, the book is perfect for adventure lovers who enjoy true stories of human courage and endurance.

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W.H. Davies

The Autobiography of a Super Tramp

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Recommendation: This book is recommended for those who enjoy reading autobiographies of people who have lived unconventional lives. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is its narrative style, which is unvarnished and straightforward. It offers insight into the difficult life of a traveling tramp, and provides a glimpse into the harsher side of American life during the Great Depression. Readers who appreciate a raw human experience and a unique perspective on life will appreciate this book.

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Jon Krakauer

Into the Wild

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In April 1992 a young man from a well-to-do family hitchhiked to Alaska and walked alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley. His name was Christopher Johnson McCandless. He had given $25,000 in savings to charity, abandoned his car and most of his possessions, burned all the cash in his wallet, and invented a new life for himself. Four months later, his decomposed body was found by a moose hunter....

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James Aldred

The Man Who Climbs Trees

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Imagine swinging high amongst the leaves, feeling the exhilaration of both danger and discovery—that's the essence of "The Man Who Climbs Trees". James Aldred doesn't just tell stories; he places you among the branches, offering breathtaking views and heart-racing encounters with wildlife. This book is a perfect companion for adventurers and armchair explorers alike, offering an intimate glimpse into the intersection of nature and the human spirit.

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Bill Bryson

A Walk In The Woods

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Recommended for those who love hiking and the great outdoors. A humorous and inspiring account of Bryson's journey through the Appalachian Trail, filled with interesting facts and encounters with wildlife. Bryson's witty writing style and honest reflections make for a delightful read that will make you want to lace up your hiking boots and explore the wilderness yourself.

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Keri Smith

The Wander Society

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"The Wander Society" could be a great read for anyone thirsting for adventure and a new perspective on life. This book is a guide to a secretive group of wanderers who promote the act of unplanned exploring. It delves into the origins of the group, introduces some of its fellow wanderers, and provides insights into how wandering can nourish the creative mind. If you are looking for a new way of living, then this book is definitely for you!

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Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence

The Last Rhinos : The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species

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The Last Rhinos is a thrilling memoir that follows the journey of Lawrence Anthony, who fought against poachers to save a dying rhino population. The book highlights the incredible bond between humans and animals while emphasizing the need for conservation. This is a must-read for anyone interested in wildlife preservation.

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James Aldred

The Man Who Climbs Trees

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'A book of heart-stopping bravery and endurance' -- Helen Macdonald'A great read – incredible adventures and a dramatic new perspective' -- Chris Packham'[A] delightful, endlessly fascinating book' -- Daily Mail BOOK OF THE WEEKThis is the story of a professional British tree climber, cameraman and adventurer, who has made a career out of travelling the world, filming wildlife for the BBC and climbing trees with people like David Attenborough, Chris Packham and Helen Macdonald.James's climbs take him to breathtaking locations as he scales the most incredible and majestic trees on the planet. On the way he meets native tribes, gets attacked by African bees, climbs alongside gorillas, chased by elephants, and spends his nights in a hammock pitched high in the branches with only the stars above him.This book blends incredible stories of scrapes and bruises in the branches with a new way of looking at life high above the daily grind, up into the canopy of the forest.

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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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The Art of Travel is a thought-provoking book that delves into how travel can bring meaning and purpose to our lives. Alain de Botton presents a philosophical and reflective perspective on travel, which can make readers question their own motivations for exploring the world. His writing style is engaging and humorous, making the book an enjoyable read. If you're looking for a book that challenges how you think about travel, and puts into words some of the intangible aspects of it, then The Art of Travel is for you.

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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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This book is for those seeking more than just a travel guide. It delves into the deeper meaning of travel and explores the emotional and philosophical aspects of our journeys. With insightful observations and thought-provoking reflections, Alain de Botton takes readers on a transformative exploration of the art of travel, offering a new perspective on why we travel and how it can enrich our lives. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or someone dreaming about your next adventure, this book will inspire you to see the world with fresh eyes and find beauty in the everyday.

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Christopher McDougall

Born to Run : The hidden tribe, the ultra-runners, and the greatest race the world has never seen

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Born to Run is an epic adventure that begins with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt? In search of an answer, Christopher McDougall sets out to find Mexico's Tarahumara Indians, the world's greatest distance runners, who can go for hundreds of miles without rest while enjoying every minute of it.Running without trainers is now big news, but the Tarahumara have been doing it for centuries and reaping the benefits. McDougall tests the idea by taking us from cutting-edge Harvard science labs to the peaks and valleys where growing numbers of ultra-runners are pushing themselves to the limit. And he finds his own inner ultra-athlete when he pits himself against the tribe, who run virtually barefoot, iin a breath-taking fifty-mile race through Mexico's Copper Canyons.A thinking exploration of mankind's most ancient pursuit, Born to Run will make you realize that the secret to happiness could be right at your feet.

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Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence

The Last Rhinos : The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species

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When Lawrence Anthony learned that the northern white rhino, living in the war-ravaged Congo, was on the very brink of extinction, he knew he had to act. If the world lost the sub-species, it would be the largest land mammal since the woolly mammoth to go extinct. In The Last Rhinos , Anthony recounts his attempts to save these remarkable animals. The demand for rhino horns in the Far East has turned poaching into a dangerous black market that threatens the lives of not just these rare beasts, but also the rangers who protect them. The northern white rhino's last refuge was in an area controlled by the infamous Lord's Resistance Army, one of the most vicious rebel groups in the world. In the face of unmoving government bureaucracy, Anthony made a perilous journey deep into the jungle to try to find and convince them to help save the rhino. An inspiring story of conservation in the face of brutal war and bureaucratic quagmires, The Last Rhinos will move animal lovers everywhere.

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Adam Skolnick

One Breath : Freediving, Death, and the Quest to Shatter Human Limits

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Recommendation: "One Breath" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the risks and rewards of the sport of freediving. Skolnick's masterfully crafted prose provides unparalleled access to the unique individuals who brave this hostile environment to test the limits of human ability. The tragic story of Nick Mevoli's untimely death is a reminder of the life-threatening risks involved, and will leave readers with a newfound appreciation for the courage and dedication of freedivers.

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Graham Bowley

No Way Down : Life and Death on K2

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No Way Down: Life and Death on K2 is a perfect read for anyone who loves adventure and survival stories. The author, Graham Bowley, provides a gripping and harrowing account on the tragic events that took place on K2 in 2008. Bowley takes readers hour-by-hour through the disastrous climb, giving insight into the climbers' psyche and the harsh realities they faced. The book provides an extraordinary tale of human heroism and endurance that readers won't forget easily.

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Alastair Humphreys, Ranulph Fiennes

Moods of Future Joys

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Moods of Future Joys could be a great read for someone looking to live vicariously through a thrilling travel experience. Alastair Humphreys' journey provides a glimpse into the hidden corners of Africa and the kindness of strangers. The book showcases human endurance and resilience, making it an excellent choice for those seeking inspiration.

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Heinrich Harrer

Seven Years in Tibet : The Deluxe Edition

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Seven Years in Tibet is a must-read for anyone interested in adventure and travel to exotic locations. Heinrich Harrer's remarkable story of his experiences in Tibet and his relationship with the Dalai Lama is a captivating read that will leave you both inspired and moved. The vivid depictions of life in Tibet before the Chinese Communist takeover and the descriptions of the country's stunning natural beauty make this book truly unforgettable. Highly recommended for anyone who loves tales of adventure and exploration.

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Ed Caesar

Two Hours : The Quest to Run the Impossible Marathon

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Recommended for those interested in the science and history of marathon running, and the human spirit that drives us to achieve the impossible. Ed Caesar chronicles the fascinating journey of the greatest marathoners on earth and their quest to run the sub-two-hour marathon. With exclusive access to the Nike Breaking2 project and the Ineos159 event, readers will also learn about the latest advancements in physiology and technology that have made this once-impossible feat possible.

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Bill Bryson

Down Under

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Down Under by Bill Bryson is a witty and humorous travelogue that takes the reader on an adventure through the vast and dangerous country of Australia. Bryson captures the essence of the country's unique geography and wildlife in an entertaining and informative manner. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a curious armchair explorer, this book will leave you enchanted with the beauty, resilience, and danger of Australia.

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Michael Palin

North Korea Journal

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THE BOOK BEHIND THE HIT DOCUMENTARY A glimpse of life inside the world’s most secretive country, as told by Britain’s best-loved travel writer.In May 2018, former Monty Python stalwart and intrepid globetrotter Michael Palin spent two weeks in the notoriously secretive Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, a cut-off land without internet or phone signal, where the countryside has barely moved beyond a centuries-old peasant economy but where the cities have gleaming skyscrapers and luxurious underground train stations. His resulting documentary for Channel 5 was widely acclaimed.Now he shares his day-by-day diary of his visit, in which he describes not only what he saw – and his fleeting views of what the authorities didn’t want him to see – but recounts the conversations he had with the country’s inhabitants, talks candidly about his encounters with officialdom, and records his musings about a land wholly unlike any other he has ever visited – one that inspires fascination and fear in equal measure.Written with Palin’s trademark warmth and wit, and illustrated with beautiful colour photographs throughout, the journal offers a rare insight into the North Korea behind the headlines.

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Robert Moor

On Trails : An Exploration

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A strikingly original debut from a tremendous new talent, Rob Moor explores the nature of trails, from hiking the Appalachian trail to the biological phenomenon of how the trails of ants are formed. In the vein of Rebecca Solnit’s Wanderlust: A History of Walking, this book will explore the small and particular, tracing the formation of trails from the most tiny―ants, termites, tent caterpillars; neural pathways, minute fossil trails―to the vastest and most diffuse, including the International Appalachian Trail, what will be the world’s longest footpath, spanning from Alabama to Morocco. Introducing readers to a range of fascinating characters: from a French entomologist named Audrey Dussutour. who studies how ants are capable of externalizing memory, (allowing very simple creatures to make very smart decisions); to an old man in Vermont named Larry Benoit, who has been called America’s best deer hunter, to a renowned trail builder in Tennessee who fashions trails using a motorized dirt bike.As Rob re-evaluates what we think of as simple and ordinary, he is also wedding two popular genres of nonfiction: the long distance hiking memoir (Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods) with the essayistic nature writing (like that of John McPhee).Moor is that he is a great nature writer, but also a mind-bending thinker: “What entrances me about trails―what so many nature writers overlook―is that they are more than physical phenomena; a trail is a model of elegance and a lesson in cooperation. They also provide a conceptual lens that, once goggled to your eye, alters all you survey. You begin to see even the plainest things as linear, ever-optimizing, self-perpetuating.” This deep search for meaning introduces readers to experts who work with trails of all kind, outrageous hiking anecdotes and spectacular descriptions of landscapes and animal behavior. Moor’s book gives an eye-opening tour, leaving us with a much richer, prismatic take on what we constantly take for granted: how we get where we’re going.

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Cheryl Strayed

Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found

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At twenty-six, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother's rapid death from cancer, her family disbanded and her marriage crumbled. With nothing to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life: to walk eleven-hundred miles of the west coast of America - from the Mojave Desert, through California and Oregon, and into Washington state - and to do it alone. She had no experience of long-distance hiking and the journey was nothing more than a line on a map. But it held a promise - a promise of piecing together a life that lay in ruins at her feet.Strayed's account captures the agonies - both mental and physical - of her incredible journey; how it maddened and terrified her, and how, ultimately, it healed her. Wild is a brutal memoir of survival, grief and redemption: a searing portrayal of life at its lowest ebb and at its highest tide.

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Sebastian Junger

The Perfect Storm : A True Story of Man Against the Sea

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"Takes readers into the maelstrom and shows nature's splendid and dangerous havoc at its utmost".October 1991. It was "the perfect storm"--a tempest that may happen only once in a century--a nor'easter created by so rare a combination of factors that it could not possibly have been worse. Creating waves ten stories high and winds of 120 miles an hour, the storm whipped the sea to inconceivable levels few people on Earth have ever witnessed. Few, except the six-man crew of the Andrea Gail, a commercial fishing boat tragically headed towards its hellish center.

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Marshall Ulrich

Running On Empty : An Ultramarathoner's Story of Love, Loss and a Record Setting Run Across America

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Running On Empty could be a good read for someone who is interested in long-distance running or for those looking to find inspiration in overcoming emotional and physical obstacles. This book is a gripping and emotional journey of an ultramarathon runner, highlighting the grueling reality of being an endurance athlete and the human struggles that often come with it. Ulrich's personal story of grief and healing adds a relatable, emotional aspect to the book, making it a must-read for anyone looking to push their limits.

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Laurence Bergreen

Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe

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Recommended for history buffs and adventure-seekers, this book provides an in-depth account of Magellan's iconic journey, including his ambitions, conflicts, and discovery of the Spice Islands. The author's use of first-person accounts and vivid descriptions gives readers a personal insight into the dangers faced by Magellan and his crew.

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Christopher McDougall

Born to Run : A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

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An epic adventure that began with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt?Isolated by Mexico's deadly Copper Canyons, the blissful Tarahumara Indians have honed the ability to run hundreds of miles without rest or injury.In a riveting narrative, award-winning journalist and often-injured runner Christopher McDougall sets out to discover their secrets. In the process, he takes his readers from science labs at Harvard to the sun-baked valleys and freezing peaks across North America, where ever-growing numbers of ultra-runners are pushing their bodies to the limit, and, finally, to a climactic race in the Copper Canyons that pits America's best ultra-runners against the tribe. McDougall's incredible story will not only engage your mind but inspire your body when you realize that you, indeed all of us, were born to run.--back cover

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Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air : A Personal Account of the Everest Disaster

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If you're seeking an adrenaline-fueled journey, packed with suspense and a touch of introspection, "Into Thin Air" is a must-read. Jon Krakauer's gripping account of the deadly 1996 Everest disaster will have you on the edge of your seat as he takes you step by step through the treacherous journey to the mountain's summit. Through his expert storytelling and personal reflection, Krakauer delves into the allure and mystique of Everest, leaving readers questioning what drives people to risk it all for the thrill of conquering the world's tallest peak.

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Theroux P

The Last Train to Zona Verde : Overland from Cape Town to Angola

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“Happy again, back in the kingdom of light,” writes Paul Theroux as he sets out on a new journey through the continent he knows and loves best. Theroux first came to Africa as a twenty-two-year-old Peace Corps volunteer, and the pull of the vast land never left him. Now he returns, after fifty years on the road, to explore the little-traveled territory of western Africa and to take stock both of the place and of himself.His odyssey takes him northward from Cape Town, through South Africa and Namibia, then on into Angola, wishing to head farther still until he reaches the end of the line. Journeying alone through the greenest continent, Theroux encounters a world increasingly removed from both the itineraries of tourists and the hopes of postcolonial independence movements. Leaving the Cape Town townships, traversing the Namibian bush, passing the browsing cattle of the great sunbaked heartland of the savanna, Theroux crosses “the Red Line” into a different Africa: “the improvised, slapped-together Africa of tumbled fences and cooking fires, of mud and thatch,” of heat and poverty, and of roadblocks, mobs, and anarchy. After 2,500 arduous miles, he comes to the end of his journey in more ways than one, a decision he chronicles with typically unsparing honesty in a chapter called “What Am I Doing Here?”

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Bear Grylls

True Grit

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This book is an exhilarating collection of inspirational stories that will keep you gripped from start to finish. Through the incredible feats of adventurers, explorers, soldiers, and spies, you will witness true grit and unwavering determination in the face of unimaginable challenges. These eye-watering tales of survival and endurance will inspire you to never quit and find the strength to overcome any obstacle life throws at you. Prepare to be moved and motivated by the extraordinary mental toughness displayed by these brave men and women.

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Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air - A Personal Account Of The Mount Everest Disaster

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This book is perfect for adventure-seekers looking for a thrilling non-fiction read. Krakauer's personal experience gives readers a vivid account of the danger and difficulties involved in climbing the world's tallest mountain. The previously unseen photographs add an additional layer of depth and make for a captivating read.

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Albert Podell

Around the World in 50 Years : My Adventure to Every Country on Earth

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The New York Times BestsellerThis is the inspiring story of an ordinary guy who achieved two great goals that others had told him were impossible. First, he set a record for the longest automobile journey ever made around the world, during the course of which he blasted his way out of minefields, survived a serious accident atop the Peak of Death, came within seconds of being lynched in Pakistan, and lost three of the five men who started with him, two to disease, one to the Vietcong.After that-although it took him forty-seven more years-Albert Podell set another record by going to every country on Earth. He achieved this by surviving riots, revolutions, civil wars, trigger-happy child soldiers, voodoo priests, robbers, pickpockets, corrupt cops, and Cape buffalo. He went around, under, or through every kind of earthquake, cyclone, tsunami, volcanic eruption, snowstorm, and sandstorm that nature threw at him. He ate everything from old camel meat and rats to dung beetles and the brain of a live monkey. And he overcame attacks by crocodiles, hippos, anacondas, giant leeches, flying crabs-and several beautiful girlfriends who insisted that he stop this nonsense and marry them.Albert Podell's Around the World in 50 Years is a remarkable and meaningful tale of quiet courage, dogged persistence, undying determination, and an uncanny ability to escape from one perilous situation after another-and return with some of the most memorable, frightening, and hilarious adventure stories you have ever read.

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A Life Without Limits : A World Champion's Journey

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In 2007, Chrissie Wellington shocked the triathlon world by winning the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. As a newcomer to the sport and a complete unknown to the press, Chrissie's win shook up the sport. A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS is the story of her rise to the top, a journey that has taken her around the world, from a childhood in England, to the mountains of Nepal, to the oceans of New Zealand, and the trails of Argentina, and first across the finish line.Wellington's first-hand, inspiring story includes all the incredible challenges she has faced-- from anorexia to near-drowning to training with a controversial coach. But to Wellington, the drama of the sports also presents an opportunity to use sports to improve people's lives.A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS reveals the heart behind Wellington's success, along with the diet, training and motivational techniques that keep her going through one of the world's most grueling events.

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Paul Theroux

The Great Railway Bazaar : By Train Through Asia

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La crónica de un viaje por Turquía, Extremo Oriente y Siberia, con el tren como lugar de encuentro, que inauguró un nuevo género de literatura de viajes. Desde niño, Paul Theroux no es capaz de escuchar el silbido de un tren sin sentir un deseo imperioso de subirse a él. Ahora bien, al contrario que el viajero tradicional, que utiliza este medio de transporte de forma meramente utilitaria para llegar a su destino, lo que a Theroux le interesa son los ferrocarriles mismos. Quiere conocerlos todos, y para ello se propone ir desde la londinense estación de Victoria hasta Tokio saltando a todos los que encuentre a su paso. Reseñ«Una referencia indispensable en la literatura de viaje, [...] con un estilo narrativo que lo iba a hacer mundialmente famoso.»Ana Polo Alonso, El Independiente «En la mejor tradición del viaje sin otro propósito que la diversión y la aventura. Una lectura compulsiva.»Graham Greene «Divertido, sardónico, extremadamente sensible... y muy ameno.»The New York Times

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Chrissie Wellington

A Life Without Limits : A World Champion's Journey

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"A Life Without Limits" is an inspiring read for anyone looking for motivation to overcome obstacles and push themselves to their physical and mental limits. Chrissie's remarkable achievement of becoming a world champion Ironman triathlete in only her second event at the Ironman level, and her unwavering determination to bounce back from setbacks, makes this book a must-read for all sports enthusiasts. The book highlights how passion and resilience can triumph over any obstacle and encourages readers to strive for excellence in every aspect of their life.

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John Muir

My First Summer In The Sierra

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In the summer of 1869, John Muir, a young Scottish immigrant, joined a crew of shepherds in the foothills of California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The diary he kept while tending sheep formed the heart of this book and eventually lured thousands of Americans to visit Yosemite country.First published in 1911, My First Summer in the Sierra incorporates the lyrical accounts and sketches he produced during his four-month stay in the Yosemite River Valley and the High Sierra. His record tracks that memorable experience, describing in picturesque terms the majestic vistas, flora and fauna, and other breathtaking natural wonders of the area.Today, Muir is recognized as one of the most important and influential naturalists and nature writers in America. This book, the most popular of the author's works, will delight environmentalists and nature lovers with its exuberant observations.

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Monte Reel

Between Man and Beast : An Unlikely Explorer, the Evolution Debates, and the African Adventure That Took the Victorian World by Storm

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Between Man and Beast is an exhilarating exploration of a young explorer who braved the hazardous rainforests of Africa, returning with evidence of gorillas, a creature previously known only in myth. The book delves into the heated evolution debates of the Victorian era and the racial concepts of that time and their impact on the young explorer's burgeoning celebrity. With vivid anecdotes and captivating writing, this book is a must-read for adventure-seekers and history buffs alike.

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Joe McGinniss

The Miracle Of Castel Di Sangro

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The Miracle of Castel Di Sangro is a heartwarming and inspiring sports story that captures the triumph of an underdog team from a small town in Italy that rose to the top of the professional Italian soccer league. Through the eyes of author Joe McGinniss, readers will witness the town's passion for the game of soccer and how their dedication and hard work led to a magical transformation that inspired not only themselves but the entire nation.

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Ernesto Che Guevara, Cintio Vitier, Aleida Guevara March

Motorcycle Diaries, The (movie Tie-in Edition) : Notes on a Latin American Journey

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Recommended for those seeking inspiration and adventure. Provides insight into how Guevara was shaped into the iconic figure that he is today.

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Aron Ralston

127 Hours : Between a Rock and a Hard Place

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Bruce Chatwin, Nicholas Shakespeare

In Patagonia : 40th Anniversary Edition

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When Bruce Chatwin’s In Patagonia was published in 1977 it heralded the arrival of a startling new talent in British literature. Critics were surprised and spellbound by a story of an adventure which blurred the boundaries between travel writing, biography, history and memoir. All readers recognised its timeless quality – Auberon Waugh went as far as to call it ‘a classic’.Forty years later, Chatwin’s first book continues to inspire generations of travellers and writers. This 40th anniversary edition celebrates the enduring status of In Patagonia and includes a host of material from the archive to recreate the book’s genesis and publication.

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Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air

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When Jon Krakauer reached the summit of Mt. Everest in the early afternoon of May 10, 1996, he hadn't slept in fifty-seven hours and was reeling from the brain-altering effects of oxygen depletion. As he turned to begin his long, dangerous descent from 29,028 feet, twenty other climbers were still pushing doggedly toward the top. No one had noticed that the sky had begun to fill with clouds. Six hours later and 3,000 feet lower, in 70-knot winds and blinding snow, Krakauer collapsed in his tent, freezing, hallucinating from exhaustion and hypoxia, but safe. The following morning, he learned that six of his fellow climbers hadn't made it back to their camp and were desperately struggling for their lives. When the storm finally passed, five of them would be dead, and the sixth so horribly frostbitten that his right hand would have to be amputated.Into Thin Air is the definitive account of the deadliest season in the history of Everest by the acclaimed journalist and author of the bestseller Into the Wild. On assignment for Outside Magazine to report on the growing commercialization of the mountain, Krakauer, an accomplished climber, went to the Himalayas as a client of Rob Hall, the most respected high-altitude guide in the world. A rangy, thirty-five-year-old New Zealander, Hall had summited Everest four times between 1990 and 1995 and had led thirty-nine climbers to the top. Ascending the mountain in close proximity to Hall's team was a guided expedition led by Scott Fischer, a forty-year-old American with legendary strength and drive who had climbed the peak without supplemental oxygen in 1994. But neither Hall nor Fischer survived the rogue storm that struck in May 1996.Krakauer examines what it is about Everest that has compelled so many people -- including himself -- to throw caution to the wind, ignore the concerns of loved ones, and willingly subject themselves to such risk, hardship, and expense. Written with emotional clarity and supported by his unimpeachable reporting, Krakauer's eyewitness account of what happened on the roof of the world is a singular achievement.

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Paul Theroux

Ghost Train to the Eastern Star - On the Tracks of the Great Railway Bazaar

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An unmitigated treat for the hundreds of thousands of fans of the first Bazaar. In the new railway bazaar, Theroux recreates an epic journey he took thirty years ago, a giant loop by train (mostly) through Eastern Europe, Turkey, the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, China, Japan, and Siberia. In short, he traverses all of Asia, top to bottom, and end to end. In the three decades since he first travelled this route, Asia has undergone phenomenal change. The Soviet Union has collapsed, China has risen, India booms, Burma slowly smothers, and Vietnam prospers despite the havoc unleashed upon it the last time Theroux passed through. He witnesses all this and more in a 25,000 mile journey, travelling as the locals do, by train, car, bus, and foot.His odyssey takes him from Eastern Europe, still hungover from Communism, through tense but thriving Turkey, into the Caucasus, where Georgia limps back toward feudalism while its neighbour Azerbaijan revels in oil-driven capitalism. As he penetrates deeper into Asia's heart, his encounters take on an otherworldly cast. The two chapters that follow show us Turkmenistan, a profoundly isolated society at the mercy of an almost comically egotistical dictator, and Uzbekistan, a ruthless authoritarian state. From there, he retraces his steps through India, Myanmar, China, and Japan, providing his penetrating observations on the changes these countries have undergone.Brilliant, caustic, and totally addictive, Ghost Train to the Eastern Star is Theroux at his very best.

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Jon Krakauer

Into the Wild

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This book could be a good read for you if you're intrigued by the allure of escaping society's shackles and embarking on a daring adventure into the unknown. Through the captivating story of Chris McCandless, Jon Krakauer masterfully explores the complexities of the human spirit and the magnetic pull of nature's untamed beauty. Brace yourself to be enthralled and haunted by McCandless' quest for self-discovery, as it will leave you questioning your own notions of freedom and the price one pays for ultimate liberation.

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Paul Theroux

Ghost Train to the Eastern Star : On the tracks of 'The Great Railway Bazaar'

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Ghost Train to the Eastern Star is an engaging read for anyone interested in travel writing and Asia. Theroux revisits the route of his classic book, The Great Railway Bazaar, examining the changes that have taken place in the decades since. With his descriptive writing style, the author brings to life the locals and tourists he encounters on his journey, making for a fascinating and informative read. The book offers a unique perspective on how travel has changed over time and will leave readers with a deeper appreciation for the continent and its people.

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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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Any Baedeker will tell us where we ought to travel, but only Alain de Botton will tell us how and why. With the same intelligence and insouciant charm he brought to How Proust Can Save Your Life, de Botton considers the pleasures of anticipation; the allure of the exotic, and the value of noticing everything from a seascape in Barbados to the takeoffs at Heathrow. Even as de Botton takes the reader along on his own peregrinations, he also cites such distinguished fellow-travelers as Baudelaire, Wordsworth, Van Gogh, the biologist Alexander von Humboldt, and the 18th-century eccentric Xavier de Maistre, who catalogued the wonders of his bedroom. The Art of Travel is a wise and utterly original book. Don’t leave home without it.

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Jedidiah Jenkins

To Shake the Sleeping Self : A Journey from Oregon to Patagonia, and a Quest for a Life with No Regret

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “With winning candor, Jedidiah Jenkins takes us with him as he bicycles across two continents and delves deeply into his own beautiful heart.” — Cheryl Strayed, author of Wild and Tiny Beautiful Things On the eve of turning thirty, terrified of being funneled into a life he didn’t choose, Jedidiah Jenkins quit his dream job and spent sixteen months cycling from Oregon to Patagonia. He chronicled the trip on Instagram, where his photos and reflections drew hundreds of thousands of followers, all gathered around the question: What makes a life worth living? In this unflinchingly honest memoir, Jed narrates his adventure—the people and places he encountered on his way to the bottom of the world—as well as the internal journey that started it all. As he traverses cities, mountains, and inner boundaries, Jenkins grapples with the question of what it means to be an adult, his struggle to reconcile his sexual identity with his conservative Christian upbringing, and his belief in travel as a way to wake us up to life back home.A soul-stirring read for the wanderer in each of us, To Shake the Sleeping Self is an unforgettable reflection on adventure, identity, and a life lived without regret. Praise for To Shake the Sleeping Self“[Jenkins is] a guy deeply connected to his personal truth and just so refreshingly present.” — Rich Roll, author of Finding Ultra “This is much more than a book about a bike ride. This is a deep soul deepening us. Jedidiah Jenkins is a mystic disguised as a millennial.” —Tom Shadyac, author of Life’s Operating Manual“Thought-provoking and inspirational . . . This uplifting memoir and travelogue will remind readers of the power of movement for the body and the soul.” —Publishers Weekly

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