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Buried in the Sky tells the extraordinary story of how sixteen Sherpa climbers lost their lives on K2’s deadliest day. On August 1, 2008, a group ofSherpas were making their way up to Camp III when an avalanche struck, killing them all instantly. It was one of the worst tragedies in Mountaineering history. In this [...]

Carol Shaben’s Into the Abyss is an extraordinary true story about a journalist who becomes obsessed with exploring why her brother, a talented pilot, died in a small plane crash. After years of investigating and interviewing survivors of the ill-fated flight, she uncovers an astonishing conspiracy that goes to the highest levels of government. This [...]

This book by Andrea Lankford is a fascinating look at the world of park rangers, both those who are still on the job and those who have retired. It provides an inside view of what it’s like to work in some of America’s most beautiful and iconic places, as well as some of the dangers [...]

This book tells the story of Cheryl Strayed’s solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, from California to Washington. Interspersed with flashbacks to her troubled childhood and personal struggles, Strayed recounts the challenges – both physical and emotional – that she faced during her journey. Wrought with grief, pain and humor, Wild is a testament [...]

If you’re a fan of Bill Bryson, or even if you’re just starting to get into his work, this Collector’s Edition is a must-have. It includes three of Bryson’s most popular titles: Notes from a Small Island, Neither Here Nor There, and I’m a Stranger Here Myself. In each book, Bryson takes us on an [...]

This book tells the story of a young woman’s spiritual journey to Islam. A. Helwa takes readers on a fascinating tour of Islamic history and thought, exploring everything from the five pillars of faith to Sufi mysticism. Along the way, she provides her own unique insights into how divine love can be found in all [...]

“Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road” is a travelogue by Rush drummer Neil Peart. The book documents Peart’s motorcycle journey from Los Angeles to Nova Scotia in an effort to recover from the death of his wife and daughter. For who is this book for ? “Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road” is [...]

In “A Walk in the Woods,” Bill Bryson tells the story of his attempt to hike the Appalachian Trail with his friend Stephen Katz. The two men have very different levels of hiking experience, and their conversations along the way provide humor and insight into both nature and humanity. For who is this book for [...]

In his latest book, The Comfort Crisis, author Michael Easter encourages readers to embrace discomfort in order to reclaim their wild and happy selves. Drawing on personal anecdotes as well as scientific research, Easter makes a compelling case for why stepping out of our comfort zones is essential for growth and happiness. He offers advice [...]

Grandma Gatewood’s Walk is the story of Emma “Grandma” Gatewood, who in 1955 became the first woman to hike the entire length of the Appalachian Trail alone. This inspiring biography tells of how a poor Ohio widow took up hiking as a means of recovering from a family tragedy and soon found herself on an [...]

In Natural Born Heroes, author Christopher McDougall tells the story of how a small band of unlikely misfits mastered the lost secrets of strength and endurance. From adventuring across Greece to running one hundred miles through the Pyrenees, these men and women have found that anything is possible when you set your mind to it. [...]

In “Nomadland,” journalist Jessica Bruder tells the story of American seniors who have chosen to abandon their conventional lives in search of a more meaningful existence. These “escapees” are living on the road, traversing the country in RVs and vans, surviving on minimal income and often relying on odd jobs and shelters for food and [...]