Adventure
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The Odyssey
Homer
An ancient Greek epic poem detailing Odysseus’s journey home, exploring themes of perseverance, adventure, and heroism.
Wild
Cheryl Strayed
A memoir recounting the author’s transformative solo hike on the Pacific Crest Trail following personal tragedies.
Shantaram
Gregory David Roberts
A novel based on the author’s life, detailing his escape from prison and adventures in the underworld of Mumbai.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Alexandre Dumas
A tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption, following the journey of Edmond Dantès.
Seveneves
Neal Stephenson
A sci-fi novel about humanity's survival in space after Earth is rendered uninhabitable, exploring technology, genetics, and survival.
Deep Survival
Laurence Gonzales
Explores the psychology and science behind survival, analyzing why some people survive life-threatening situations while others do not.
What Doesn't Kill Us
Scott Carney
A journalist explores the science of resilience, endurance, and physical adaptation by following extreme conditioning practices.
Emergency
Neil Strauss
A memoir chronicling the author’s journey to prepare for potential disasters, covering survival skills and self-sufficiency.
Barbarian Days
William Finnegan
A memoir of a life spent surfing, reflecting on the culture, adventure, and personal growth found through the sport.
Lone Survivor
Marcus Luttrell
The story of a Navy SEAL's harrowing experience in Afghanistan, highlighting themes of courage and survival.
Children of Time
Adrian Tchaikovsky
A sci-fi novel about humanity’s attempt to colonize a distant planet, encountering a unique, evolved species.
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien
A classic fantasy novel following the adventures of Bilbo Baggins on a quest to reclaim a lost kingdom and treasure.
Into Thin Air
Jon Krakauer
A harrowing account of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, examining the risks and motivations of high-altitude climbing.
Hyperion
Dan Simmons
A sci-fi novel following seven pilgrims on a journey to a distant world, blending mythology, mystery, and horror.
The Pillars of the Earth
Ken Follett
A historical novel set in medieval England, focusing on the building of a cathedral and the lives of those involved.
Moby Dick
Herman Melville
A novel about the obsessive quest of Captain Ahab to hunt the great white whale, exploring themes of fate and revenge.
The Name of the Wind
Patrick Rothfuss
A fantasy novel following the life of a gifted young man, blending adventure, magic, and mystery.
Project Hail Mary
Andy Weir
A sci-fi novel about an astronaut on a mission to save Earth, blending humor, suspense, and scientific problem-solving.
Wind, Sand and Stars
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
A memoir about the author’s experiences as an aviator, reflecting on courage, humanity, and the beauty of the natural world.
Preacher
Garth Ennis
A graphic novel series about a preacher who gains divine powers and embarks on a journey to find God.
The Celestine Prophecy
James Redfield
A spiritual adventure novel about discovering life’s meaning through a series of “insights.”
20000 Leagues Under the Sea
Jules Verne
A classic adventure novel following Captain Nemo and his submarine Nautilus, exploring underwater wonders and dangers.
The Sheltering Sky
Paul Bowles
A novel about an American couple traveling in North Africa, exploring themes of existentialism and alienation.
Lost in Shangri-La
Mitchell Zuckoff
The true story of a plane crash in New Guinea during WWII and the survivors' struggle for rescue.
The Midnight Fox
Betsy Byars
A children’s novel about a boy’s adventure in the countryside, exploring themes of nature and friendship.
In Patagonia
Bruce Chatwin
A travel memoir chronicling the author’s journey through Patagonia, blending history and personal reflections.
Life of Pi
Yann Martel
A novel about a young boy stranded on a lifeboat with a tiger, blending themes of survival, faith, and adventure.
Natural Born Heroes
Christopher McDougall
Chronicles the story of Greek resistance fighters during WWII, discussing themes of heroism and physical endurance.
The Cat's Table
Michael Ondaatje
A coming-of-age novel about a boy’s journey on a ship, filled with rich characters and mysteries.
Ready Player One
Ernest Cline
A science fiction novel set in a dystopian future where people escape reality by immersing themselves in a virtual world.
The Dog Stars
Peter Heller
A post-apocalyptic novel about a man surviving in Colorado, blending elements of loneliness, survival, and hope.
Leviathan Wakes
James S.A. Corey
A science fiction novel about political intrigue, survival, and humanity's place in the universe, set in a colonized solar system.
Blue Highways
William Least Heat-Moon
A travel memoir recounting the author’s journey across America’s back roads, capturing the people and places he encounters.
Season of Storms
Andrzej Sapkowski
A fantasy novel in *The Witcher* series, following Geralt as he faces new challenges and complex moral choices.
Shōgun
James Clavell
A historical novel set in 17th-century Japan, following an English navigator’s journey through Japanese politics and culture.
Starhammer
Christopher B. Rowley
A science fiction novel about an interstellar conflict and a powerful weapon that can alter the fate of civilizations.
Shadow Divers
Robert Kurson
Chronicles the journey of divers who discover a mysterious WWII German U-boat off the New Jersey coast and unravel its history.
The Great Book of Amber
Roger Zelazny
A collection of fantasy novels in the *Chronicles of Amber* series, featuring a family of dimension-hopping princes.
Into the Wild
Jon Krakauer
Chronicles the journey of Chris McCandless, who ventured into the Alaskan wilderness with tragic consequences, exploring themes of freedom and isolation.
Underland
Robert MacFarlane
A journey through underground landscapes, exploring caves, catacombs, and other subterranean worlds.
Fallen Dragon
Peter F. Hamilton
A science fiction novel following a mercenary’s journey, exploring themes of imperialism and moral conflict.
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Scott O'Dell
Based on a true story, this novel follows a young girl’s survival on an isolated island.
The Secret Commonwealth
Philip Pullman
Fantasy novel set in the world of "His Dark Materials," following Lyra Silvertongue as an adult.
Ringworld
Larry Niven
Sci-fi classic involving an exploration of a massive artificial world, leading to strange discoveries.
The Lincoln Highway
Amor Towles
A story about two brothers on a road trip across America in the 1950s, mixing adventure and nostalgia.
Fate Is the Hunter
Ernest K. Gann
A memoir recounting the author’s experiences as a commercial and military pilot, reflecting on fate and survival.
Blood Meridian
Cormac McCarthy
A brutal novel set in the American West, exploring themes of violence, morality, and survival.
Bringing Down the House
Ben Mezrich
True story of MIT students who used card-counting to win millions in Las Vegas casinos.
The Spirit of St. Louis
Charles A. Lindbergh
Lindbergh’s account of his historic solo flight across the Atlantic.
The River of Doubt
Candice Millard
Chronicles Teddy Roosevelt’s dangerous expedition down an uncharted river in the Amazon.
West with the Night
Beryl Markham
The memoir of a pioneering aviator and horse trainer in East Africa.
Mountain Light
Galen Rowell
A photography book capturing Rowell's adventures and the beauty of the natural world.
Sea Kayaking In Baja
Andromeda Romano-Lax
A guide to sea kayaking adventures in Baja, Mexico.
The Long Way
Bernard Moitessier
Memoir of a solo circumnavigation of the globe, reflecting on life and the sea.
You Shall Know Our Velocity!
Dave Eggers
A novel about two friends on a global trip to distribute their money to those in need.
Fierce Invalids Home From Hot Climates
Tom Robbins
Satirical adventure novel with a philosophical twist.
In the Heart of the Sea
Nathaniel Philbrick
Nonfiction account of the whaleship Essex tragedy that inspired *Moby-Dick*.
Into the Silence
Wade Davis
Story of World War I soldiers and their subsequent quest to climb Mount Everest.