Our review of : Touching the Void

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 [...]

The Clanlands Almanac is a travel and tourism book that takes the reader on a journey through Scotland’s seasonal landscape. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of life in the Scottish countryside, from springtime sheep shearing to winter Christmas celebrations. The book is written by Sam Heughan, an actor and advocate for Scottish heritage [...]

In Eating to Extinction, Dan Saladino takes a look at some of the world’s rarest foods and why they are in danger of disappearing. From San Francisco’s Dungeness crab to Thailand’s durian fruit, Saladino showcases the unique flavors and textures that make these dishes so special. He also explores how climate change, deforestation, and other [...]

“Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel” is a travelogue by Rolf Potts that chronicles his years spent traveling the world on a shoestring budget. The book contains practical advice for aspiring vagabonds on how to save money while travelling, as well as anecdotes and reflections on the joys and challenges [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

“In the Weeds” takes readers on a globe-trotting journey alongside Anthony Bourdain, one of the most well-known and respected chefs in the world. Through exclusive interviews with Bourdain himself, as well as those who have worked closest with him – from producers to travel companions – Vitale provides an intimate look at what drives this [...]

The celebrated American author John Steinbeck sets out on a road trip across America with his loyal dog, Charley. Traveling through some of the country’s most diverse and stunning landscapes, Steinbeck reflects on what it means to be an American in search of both personal and national identity. A thoughtful and introspective account of one [...]

“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, [...]

Jonathan Meiburg travels the world to learn about and observe birds of prey. He finds that these creatures are much more than just hunters—they are also survivors who have adapted to changing environments and learned how to thrive in spite of threats from humans and other animals. In “A Most Remarkable Creature,” Meiburg shares his [...]