Summer is here! Not only is the weather just right for traveling and having adventures of your own, but it’s also a great time to read books that inspire wanderlust. The list contains several books I read and thoroughly enjoyed along with some that fellow librarians, family, and friends have recommended. Hopefully there will be at least one title in the list that is right for you.
For full list downloadable and printable PDF click HERE <–
For other recommendations based on reader preferences check out this Goodreads LIST
I also highly recommend Tristan Gooley’s books The Lost Art of Reading Nature’s Signs, and How to Read Nature as a tool when taking nature walks or longer nature trips. His works are very helpful.
The titles below are clickable and it will link you to The Book Depository if you would like to purchase a copy. The public library should also have at least one copy of each one of these books. You can also access the Online eBook for free using your library card using OverDrive.
No Baggage by Clara Bensen
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
In a Sunburn Country by Bill Bryson
The Good Girl’s Guide to Getting Lost by Rachel Friedman
A Walk Across America by Peter Jenkins
On the Road by Jack Kerouac
The Dharma Bums by Jack Kerouac
Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer
Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer
The Longest Way Home by Andrew McCarthy
Vagabonding by Rolf Potts
Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Aron Ralston
Walking the Amazon by Ed Stafford
Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck
Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Honeymoon with My Brother by Franz Wisner
I would also like to share with you another great resource if you like adventure and that is “World Travelers United” blog. You can also find them on Facebook and Instagram. Just looking at the photos inspires wanderlust! Hope you enjoy the reading list and if you would like to recommend others please comment below!