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Sports and games, Adventure and exploration
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Wide-ranging in research, enthusiasm, and geography, Dan White's Under the Stars reveals a vast population of nature seekers, a country…
still in love with its wild places. “The definitive book on camping in America. . . . A passionate, witty, and deeply engaging examination of why humans venture into the wild.”—Cheryl Strayed, author of WildFrom the Sierras to the Adirondacks and the Everglades, Dan White travels the nation to experience firsthand—and sometimes face first—how the American wilderness transformed from the devil’s playground into a source of adventure, relaxation, and renewal.Whether he’s camping nude in cougar country, being attacked by wildlife while “glamping,” or crashing a girls-only adventure for urban teens, Dan White seeks to animate the evolution of outdoor recreation. In the process, he demonstrates how the likes of Emerson, Thoreau, Roosevelt, and Muir—along with visionaries such as Adirondack Murray, Horace Kephart, and Juliette Gordon Low—helped blaze a trail from Transcendentalism to Leave No Trace.
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Biography, Travelogues, Adventure and exploration
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Four travellers set off into the Amazon rainforest on an expedition to find a hidden tribe. But what begins as…
the adventure of a lifetime quickly becomes a struggle for survival when they get lost in the jungle. It’s a story of friendship and a terrifying true account that you won’t be able to put down.
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United States history, Adventure and exploration, United States travel and geography
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In the 1930s, the Federal Writers' Project sent mostly anonymous writers, but also Zora Neale Hurston and Stetson Kennedy, into…
the depths of Florida to reveal its splendor to the world. The FWP and the State of Florida jointly published the results as Florida: A Guide to the Southernmost State, which included twenty-two driving tours of the state's main roads. Eventually, after Eisenhower built the interstates, drivers bypassed the small towns that thrived along these roads in favor of making better time. Those main roads are now the state's backroads—forgotten by all but local residents, a few commuters, and dedicated road-trippers. Retracing the original routes in the Guide, Cathy Salustri rekindles our notions of paradise by bringing a modern eye to the historic travelogues.Salustri's 5,000-mile road trip reveals a patchwork quilt of Florida cultures: startling pockets of history and environmental bliss stitched against the blight of strip malls and franchise restaurants. The journey begins on US 98, heading west toward the Florida/Alabama state line, where coastal towns dot the roadway. Here, locals depend on the tourism industry, spurred by sugar sand beaches, as well as the abundance of local seafood. On US 41, Salustri takes us past the state's only whitewater rapids, a retired carnie town, and a dazzling array of springs, swamps, and rivers interspersed with farms that produce a bounty of fruit. Along US 17, she stops for milkshakes and hamburgers at Florida's oldest diner and visits a collection of springs interconnected by underwater mazes tumbling through white spongy limestone, before stopping in Arcadia, where men still bring cattle to auction. Desperately searching for skunk apes, the Sunshine State's version of Bigfoot, she encounters more than one gator on her way through the Everglades, Ochopee, and the Skunk Ape Research Headquarters.Following the original Guide, Salustri crisscrosses the state from the panhandle to the Keys. She guides readers through forgotten and unknown corners of the state--nude beaches, a rattlesnake cannery, Devil's Millhopper in Gainesville--as well as more familiar haunts--Kennedy Space Center and The Villages, "Florida’s Friendliest Retirement Hometown." Woven through these journeys are nuggets of history, environmental debates about Florida's future, and a narrative that combines humor with a strong affection for an oft-maligned state.Today, Salustri urges, tourists need a new nudge to get off the interstates or away from Disney in order to discover the real Florida. Her travel narrative, following what are now backroads and scenic routes, guides armchair travelers and road warriors alike to historic sites, natural wonders, and notable man-made attractions--comparing the past views with the present landscape and commenting on the changes, some barely noticeable, others extreme, along the way.
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Adventure and exploration, General non-fiction, Travel and geography
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Polar Explorer is an inspiring and empowering story by sixteen-year-old Jade Hameister, chronicling her feat of being the youngest person…
to complete the Polar Hat Trick...From her first trip to Everest Base Camp as a young woman, Jade Hameister knew what she wanted to achieve - the impossible. Jade began her quest to complete the Polar Hat Trick in April 2016 when she was fourteen. She became the youngest person to ski to the North Pole from anywhere outside the last degree - the point where most people begin - and was named Australian Geographic Society’s Young Adventurer of the Year. But that was just the beginning. In June of 2017, she became the youngest woman to complete the crossing of Greenland, the second largest ice cap on the planet. On January 11, 2018, she arrived at the South Pole after an epic 37 day journey through Antarctica, becoming the youngest person to ski to both Poles and the youngest person to complete the Polar Hat Trick. This book will motivate and encourage young people to follow their dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem.
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Adventure and exploration, Customs and cultures
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Guided by tween "ghostorian" Virgil, readers will discover fascinating facts about calamitous events throughout history as they explore castles, palaces…
and dungeons and those infamous figures associated with each. For instance, did you know that many castles were made out of wood painted to look like stone? Or that wealthy prisoners in the Tower of London could keep servants? The book is chock-full of details that kids will find intriguing--dungeon life for prisoners, methods of turture, and even the most popular methods of poisoning enemies. So join Virgil and the other ghostly inhabitants for an historical adventure on the dark side.
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Adventure and exploration, Literature biography
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Here is a compelling middle grade nonfiction tale of how one classic writer drew upon a rugged life of adventure…
to create works of literature, punctuated by stunning black-and-white art by Wendell Minor and illustrative photographic material.Swept up in the Gold Rush of 1897, young Jack London headed north to strike it rich in the Klondike and discovered something more precious than gold—the seeds of the stories that would flower into his classic novels The Call of the Wild and White Fang, and timeless short stories such as "To Build A Fire." This gripping tale follows London as he treks up the ruthless Chilkoot Trail, braves the lethal Whitehorse Rapids, survives a bad case of scurvy, and conquers many more dangers of the Yukon during his quest for gold. A Christy Ottaviano Book
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Journals and memoirs, Sports and games, Adventure and exploration
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In early Spring of 2022, the author boarded a 52-foot sailboat to cross the Atlantic with a close friend and…
a captain and sailor he did not know.From the start of the 2,600-mile trip, from St. Martin in the Caribbean to the Azores off Portugal, things went awry— with the captain, the boat, the weather and, most precipitously, the author&’s state of mind. As a recreational sailor with no experience of being out of sight of land, the author&’s darkest fears materialized as the small crew sailed through squalls then gales and, finally, a tropical storm with near-hurricane force winds. In Crossing, Glyn Vincent explores why he ventured into the middle of the ocean in the first place, and how he first fell in love with the sea. He describes his unsettled childhood in New York City, his parents&’ tabloid existence (his mother was the Broadway and television actress Betsy von Furstenberg) and the itinerant, unstable lives of his grandparents and great-grandparents, whose troubled history goes back on his mother&’s side to a Gothic castle in Germany and on his father&’s side to an orphanage in Alexandria, Egypt, and a massacre in Damascus in 1860. In the end, this enthralling memoir is as much about the storm Vincent inherited and harbored within, as it is about the one he encountered at sea.
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Travel and geography, Adventure and exploration
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Snow-covered mountains, bustling cities, temperate rainforests, and coastal wineries: get to know this country of contrasts with Moon Chile. Inside…
you'll find:Flexible itineraries, from two days in Santiago to the two-week best of Chile, including a road trip along the Carretera Austral Strategic advice for outdoor adventurers, backpackers, culture and history buffs, foodies, and more Outdoor adventures: Race down the ski slopes of the Andes, summit active volcanoes, or catch a thrill whitewater rafting down Río Futaleufú. Spend the night star-gazing in the Atacama Desert or wander the enigmatic Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Hike through Patagonia's wild national parks and spot wild pumas and Magellanic penguins Detailed hike descriptions with individual trail maps marked with duration, elevation change, and difficulty level Local flavors and culture: Explore the trendy restaurants and vibrant nightlife of Santiago or savor the catch of the day at a tiny seaside restaurant. Sip your way through the vineyards of the Casablanca Valley, sample locally-made pisco, or let loose with a terremoto cocktail. Get to know Chile's rich culture and history while strolling through charming historic quarters and visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites Insider recommendations from seasoned explorer and Chile expert Steph Dyson on when to go, where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay Full-color photos and detailed maps throughoutReliable background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history With Moon Chile's practical tips and insider expertise, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of South America? Try Moon Patagonia or Moon Machu Picchu. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
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Frontier and pioneer life, Adventure and exploration, Biography
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Adventures and pitfalls overflow in this collection of tales based on true events in rural Nevada. The voices are those…
of children and young adults as storytellers recalling their early lives. The theme of each story varies according to the adventures and difficulties each character faces, such as: the Spanish Flu, freezing weather, hunger, a flood, or early aviation with an unlit landing strip. In addition, these stories show the effects of national and even world events on people living in an isolated area. Some strong language. Some violence. Adult
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Biography, Food and drink, Travel and geography, Essays, Adventure and exploration, Travelogues
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Andrew Zimmern has a well-earned reputation for traveling far and wide to seek out and sample anything and everything that"s…
consumed as food globally. He celebrates the undiscovered destinations and weird wonders in our increasingly globalized world. Adult. Some strong language
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Science and technology, Environment, Nature, Adventure and exploration, United States history, United States travel and geography, Sports and games
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In Strand, travel writer Bonnie Henderson traces the global wanderings of ocean wrack washed up on a mile long stretch…
of Oregon beach. From athletic shoes and fishing floats to a sunken ship, Henderson takes the reader around the world as she unravels the stories behind her "found objects". She weaves in observations on current issues, evolution, and ecology. As she closes the chapter on one object, she flows seamlessly as an ocean current into her next adventure uncovering the mystery behind a newly found piece of flotsam. Adult. Some strong language. Unrated
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Nature, Science and technology, Environment, Adventure and exploration
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"When did we start learning the scientific secrets of life? Step back to the Islamic Golden Age, when scholars ask…
questions about life science and medicine that will establish those fields. Chart a path through the Renaissance, as Leonardo da Vinci dissects cadavers by candlelight to learn human anatomy firsthand. In this first of four volumes spanning hundreds of years of scientific innovation and discovery, follow the evolution of life science up to the late 1800s, when a baffled Dutch biologist finds a tiny infectious particle destroying tobacco crops and gives this particle a new virus."-- Goodreads
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Fantasy, Adventure stories, Humourous fictionAdventure and exploration
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"No one could have been prepared for the day when orcs, trolls, and dragons fell from portals in the sky.…
But now a very tough but not-quite-prepared platoon of Marines is trapped on the wrong side. The enchanting world looks like Middle Earth, but to the dismay of even the geekiest soldiers, is nothing like it. While the Marines fend off dangerous, improbable, and very rude assailants, their mission is to escort a Very Important Princess who could broker a crucial strategic alliance between worlds. What could possibly go wrong?"-- From publisher
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Adventure and exploration, Hobbies and crafts, General non-fiction
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Explore, create, and imagine like a girl!Girls can do anything, and Adventure Girls! proves it! Packed with exciting activities and…
crafts for girls (ages 6 to 12), this book inspires young adventurers to be curious, innovative, and bold. From stargazing and animal tracking to making a pinhole camera and building a shadow theater, Adventure Girls! is not one of your typical craft books. It empowers girls to:Develop independence—Many of the activities are designed to be parent-assisted as girls learn to explore and create safely on their own.Delve into science—Discover scientific ideas and principles through constellation identification, bird watching, and compass making.Get their hands dirty—Adventure Girls! encourages outdoor play and exploration, from making a rope swing in the backyard to going on a nature scavenger hunt to building a shelter outside.Express their creative side—These crafts for girls also engage their artistic side, with activities like creating decorative 3D stars, pressing flowers, and folding (and inventing their own) paper airplanes.Instill confidence and curiosity with this collection of fun, engaging activities and crafts for girls.
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Adventure and exploration, Sports and games
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Explore the outdoors and build wilderness skills with activities for kids ages 6 to 9 Get ready for adventure in…
the great outdoors! There's so much to see and do when you're out camping or hiking— even in your own backyard. Encourage kids to explore the world around them and learn important wilderness skills with this activity book. It's full of projects and ideas to spark a love of nature and help kids have tons of fun outdoors.Kids will learn to tackle survival challenges like building a shelter, making a compass, and tying a bowline knot. They can get creative with fun outdoor projects like designing a treasure hunt, crafting a walking stick, and making a sundial. They'll need an adult's help for some of the activities but can also do many on their own. Sized perfectly for a kid's backpack, this is everything camping books for kids should be.Become an outdoor expert—Master the basics of setting up camp, hitting the trail, identifying plants and animals, observing weather, and surviving the wilderness.Build wilderness skills—Grow skills as the book progresses, earn special badges, learn to care for the planet by leaving no trace, and become an official outdoor adventurer!Learn and play—Colorful illustrations and in-the-book activities like connect-the-dots and fill-in-the-blanks add to the fun for each project.Adventure awaits in the great outdoors with this activity-packed choice among camping books for kids!
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Asian history, Historical biography, Adventure and exploration
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Marco Polo was seventeen when he set out for China . . . and forty-one when he came back! More…
than seven hundred years ago, Marco Polo traveled from the medieval city of Venice to the fabled kingdom of the great Kublai Khan, seeing new sights and riches that no Westerner had ever before witnessed. But did Marco Polo experience the things he wrote about . . . or was it all made-up? Young listeners are presented with the facts in this entertaining Who Was . . . ? biography
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Historical biography, Adventure and exploration, History
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When Portuguese sailor Ferdinand Magellan set sail from Spain in 1519, he believed he could get to the Spice Islands…
by sailing west through or around the New World. He was right, but what he didn't know was that the treacherous voyage would take him three years and cost him his life
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General non-fiction, European travel and geography, Travel and geography, Adventure and exploration
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Join travel writer Tom Chesshyre as he celebrates 200 years of passenger railways in a zigzagging tour around the UK.…
On a series of rides, Tom enjoys the scenery, seeks out the history and heritage, dodges delays (best he can), and lets the rhythm of the clattering rails help him understand what it is about trains that we love so much.
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Adventurers and explorers, Journals and memoirs, Women biography, Health and medicine, Family and relationships, Humour, Addiction and substance abuse, Self help, Adventure and exploration
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From world traveler, entrepreneur, and content creator @DearAlyne, a vulnerable and hilarious memoir of how she escaped the restrictive expectations…
of her family and faith and found herself in the process.Alyne Tamir was raised to live her life for others: for her husband, her family, and the Mormon church. For twenty-five years, she put them ahead of herself, repressing things that didn’t fit the neat, traditional story that had been written for her. On the surface, her life seemed picture-perfect. But in reality, Alyne was miserable, struggling to reconcile her flawless image with the pain and humiliation of abuse, an eating disorder, infidelity, and depression.Until Alyne reached a breaking point: the day her husband asked for a divorce—over email. Thank God! Or, not God. Finally free from the expectations of her family and faith, Alyne had to start a new life, which meant rediscovering herself and what she secretly wanted all along: the liberating life of a digital nomad.In a singular voice brimming with honesty and humor, Alyne invites us on a journey of strength and self-discovery—with a little bit of irreverence along the way. Dear Alyne is a one-of-a-kind, coming-of-age story and a testament to the limitless possibilities that await those brave enough to defy convention.
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Adventure and exploration, Games, History
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Switch on your metal detector, grab your compass, and follow the clues. It&’s time for YOU to do some treasure…
hunting of your own! Because X marks the spot . . . or does it?Perfect for fans of Atlas Obscura Explorer&’s Guide for the World&’s Most Adventurous Kid, this nonfiction adventure book will have 6-9 year-olds wanting to travel the world.Following a trail of intriguing clues, take an epic journey around the world and discover heart-stopping true stories of treasure lost, stolen, and found.Exactly where is Queen Nefertiti&’s mummy HIDDEN?Can the Titanic&’s treasures be SAVED from the waves?Could you help find a Viking HOARD with a metal detector?Find out which artist&’s work has been STOLEN more than 80 times and where you can DIG UP the tooth of a T. rex as YOU become the treasure hunter . . .Countries around the world readers will visit:ScotlandNorwayEgyptIndonesiaIndiaColombiaMadagascarAnd many moreKids will love this engaging and interactive book that's chock-full of information and facts. THEY are the treasure hunter, and THEY get to be a map reader, code cracker, and puzzle solver, searching for lost treasure and figuring out the mystery.