Our review of : Microadventures

In the Kingdom of Ice is a nonfiction book written by Hampton Sides. The book tells the story of the USS Jeannette, an American polar exploration vessel that became stranded in icepack in 1879 and was ultimately consumed by Arctic Ocean waters. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Sides brings to life the harrowing journey [...]

In “A Primate’s Memoir”, Robert Sapolsky tells the story of his unconventional life among baboons in Africa. A neuroscientist by training, Sapolsky was initially drawn to study these animals due to their similarity to humans in terms of social dynamics and behavior. Over the course of many years, he became intimately familiar with their lives [...]

Barbarian Days is a surfing memoir by William Finnegan. The book tells the tale of Finnegan’s lifelong love affair with the sport of surfing, from his first experiences as a young surfer in California to his adventures on Hawaiian and South African waves. Along the way, readers are treated to vivid descriptions of epic surf [...]

In Into Africa, author Martin Dugard tells the exciting true story of Stanley and Livingstone’s epic African adventures. Chronicling their thrilling journey from the coasts of Zanzibar to the heart of darkest Africa, Dugard vividly brings to life all the danger, beauty, and discovery that awaited them on this incredible expedition. For who is this [...]

“Travels” by Michael Crichton is a travelogue that takes the reader on a whirlwind tour of some of the most interesting and exotic places in the world. From ancient ruins to modern metropolises, from tropical paradises to frozen wastelands, this book offers something for everyone. With his keen eye for detail and gift for storytelling, [...]

In 1925, explorer Percy Fawcett disappeared while searching for a lost city in the Amazon jungle. For years, rumors circulated about what became of him and his party. Some claimed that they had been killed by tribesmen or wild animals; others believed that they had found their way to the fabled city and perished there. [...]

“The Pilgrimage” is a travelogue by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho. It tells the story of his journey to Santiago de Compostela, in northwestern Spain – an ancient pilgrimage route that culminates at the tomb of Saint James the Great. Along the way, Coelho reflects on various aspects of life and spirituality. For who is this [...]

In Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls, David Sedaris takes us on a journey into the world of diabetes – from his own experience having the disease to becoming an advocate for those living with it. He offers humor and insight while exploring everything from gestational diabetes to Technology Assisted Blood Glucose Monitoring (TABGM) devices in [...]

The Silk Roads is a New York Times Best Seller written by Peter Frankopan. The book tells the story of the world from the perspective of the silk roads, which were ancient trade routes that connected Asia with Europe and North Africa. This ambitious work casts light on forgotten empires and religious movements, as well [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]