Our review of : The Clanlands Almanac

Eat, Pray, Love is a travel memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert chronicling her year-long journey around the world. After divorcing her husband, Gilbert takes a hiatus from work to explore three different countries – Italy for “eating”, India for “praying”, and Indonesia for “loving”. Along the way, she reflects on themes of self-discovery and personal growth. [...]

This book is a travelogue of Nathaniel Philbrick’s journey across the United States with his dog, George. Along the way, Philbrick reflects on Washington’s legacy and how it has shaped America over the years. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone who wants to learn more about American history and [...]

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 [...]

“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 “The River of Doubt”, Candice Millard tells the story of Theodore Roosevelt’s 1914 exploration of a remote and dangerous river in Brazil. After his election loss in 1912, Roosevelt desired to undertake an adventure that would take him away from politics and restore his sense of purpose. He found that opportunity when he was [...]

Shadow Divers tells the true story of two Americans who risked everything to solve one of the last mysteries of World War II. In 1991, Robert Kurson was diving in a shipwreck 60 miles off the coast of New Jersey when he came across an object that caught his eye. It appeared to be some [...]

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 [...]

This book is a fascinating journey through the hidden wonders of human anatomy as seen by a doctor. It provides an in-depth look at all the body’s complexities, from its smallest organs to its largest systems. Along the way, Dr. Reisman shares his own personal stories and experiences as a physician, offering readers an intimate [...]

Death in Yellowstone is a detailed account of all the fatal accidents and foolhardy behavior that has occurred in America’s first national park. Author Lee H. Whittlesey offers an insightful look at these tragedies, examining what led to them and how they could have been prevented. From falls off cliffs to drownings in rivers, Death [...]

Rick Steves, author of the bestselling Europe through the Back Door guidebooks, shares his favorite stories and memories from more than 30 years of exploring the continent. Enjoy Rick’s picks for must-see destinations in France, Italy, Germany, Greece and elsewhere — along with lesser known but equally fascinating spots worth seeking out. Get insights on [...]

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 [...]

This book tells the story of two mountaineers, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates, and their harrowing experience after they were forced to abandon their ascent up a mountain in Peru. After descending from the summit, Simpson fell into a deep crevasse and was left dangling by his rope over an abyss. In spite of all [...]