Adventurers and explorers Books

By the early 1930s America had one literary treasure that risked his life to please its readers. Richard Halliburton had already become a best-selling travel author and could have retired comfortably on the immense wealth gained from the sale of his...

Migration is a way to self-determine the lives of individuals. The process generally begins with a dislike of individuals to accept certain conditions. It is either the self-determination or the condition itself that drives an individual towards...

A Memoir of Living off the land in Alaska...This is a true story about a young couples adventures in Alaska that started out from a small town in Southern Ohio on a lark and ended up in Alaska where they lived for over seventeen years. This story will...

La emigración ilegal es un fenómeno que se ponde de manifiesto en la mayoría de los países del tercer mundo. Como es conocido por todos, Cuba es uno de los países desde donde salen cientos de emigrantes ilegales (llamados balseros) en busca del...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This book contains a fascinating biography of the famous American explorer, Richard E. Byrd. It includes information on his life, his thrilling adventures, and his North Pole and trans-Atlantic flights, together with his plans for conquering the Atlantic...

"The settling of the Kentucky region well deserves a place in history. Most of the memorable events I have myself been exercised in; and, for the satisfaction of the public, will briefly relate the circumstances of my adventures, and scenes of life, from...

WILDFIRE! THE SIMPLE WORD BRINGS IMMAGES OF DISASTER. Author Dan Pence walked the fire line as a wild land firefighter for 44 years. "The Fellowship of Fire" documents experiences in fighting wildfires across the United States, and the fellowship that...

Highway Odyssey began in the summer of 1978 with a man and his seven year old son. They drove from New York to Colorado in search of adventure. The man soon realized that he was searching, not for adventure, but for his identity. Having recently been...

Ish Hasan is pretty sure he started out adult life a few wrenches short of an emotional toolbox. He was raised in hiding from immigration police; he grew up telling stories to his classmates of a childhood he'd never lived in a country he'd never seen...

Join legendary Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen on his daring voyage to the Arctic archipelago of Spitsbergen. This gripping account of his journey, which includes encounters with polar bears and treacherous weather conditions, is a testament to human...

This thrilling memoir by the French adventurer and big-game hunter Jules Gérard recounts his ten years of hunting lions in North Africa. With vivid descriptions of his encounters with these magnificent animals and his experiences living among the local...

In this memoir, James L. Price recounts his experiences as a big-game hunter and adventurer in Africa during the mid-twentieth century. He describes his encounters with lions, elephants, and other wild animals, as well as his interactions with the...

Questa raccolta di lettere scritte da Giovanni da Empoli, un avventuriero italiano del XVI secolo, rappresenta una testimonianza preziosa della vita degli esploratori europei durante l'era delle scoperte. Le lettere descrivono il viaggio di Empoli a...

In this thrilling memoir, adventurer and big-game hunter Philippe Diole takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Sahara desert. From harrowing encounters with lions and crocodiles to the thrill of the hunt, Sahara Adventure is a...

A compelling memoir about the experiences of Emma Wotton De Long, the wife of a 19th century explorer who traveled to remote and exotic locations around the world. With vivid descriptions of her travels and insights into the challenges faced by early...

This intriguing biography tells the story of the enigmatic James Stewart, known as the 'Walking Stewart', who traveled the world on foot and gained fame for his remarkable feats of endurance. Written by a relative and first published in the early...

The personal story of explorer and journalist Henry M. Stanley, known for his exploration of Africa and search for David Livingstone. Follow his life from his early years in poverty to his later accomplishments.This work has been selected by scholars as...

La crónica de una expedición exploratoria por uno de los principales exploradores chilenos del siglo XIX, en la que se documenta la fauna y flora de la región de Palena. Un relato emocionante de aventura y descubrimiento.This work has been selected by...

Stanley W. Coxon's memoir of his life spent at sea offers a fascinating glimpse into a world that few of us ever get to experience. From the Andaman Islands to Australia, Coxon takes us on a thrilling journey, full of adventure and intrigue.This work has...

This book offers a unique perspective on life in East Africa, through the eyes of an Englishman who lived there for 25 years. With engaging storytelling and insightful analysis, Roscoe offers a firsthand account of the people, places, and events that...

This captivating memoir offers a glimpse into the extraordinary life of Alfred Greenwood Hales, a man who lived life to the fullest and experienced more in his years than most people do in a lifetime. From traveling the world to participating in historic...

This book contains biographies and accounts of explorations by some of the most famous travellers in history. The explorers are from various time periods and cultures, including Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo, and Alexander Von Humboldt.This work has...

This book is a biographical account of the life of David Livingstone, the famous Scottish explorer and missionary. It provides a detailed look into his adventures, his discoveries, and his impact on Africa. The book is a fascinating read for anyone...

Follow the incredible adventures of David Livingstone as he bravely journeys into the heart of Africa, encountering danger at every turn and making groundbreaking discoveries that would shape our understanding of the continent forever.This work has been...

This captivating memoir tells the story of Cecil S. Webb, a renowned animal collector and explorer who traveled the world in search of rare and exotic species. With vivid descriptions of his adventures and encounters with some of the world's most...

Une biographie détaillée d'Amerigo Vespucci, l'explorateur italien qui a cartographié les côtes de l'Amérique du Sud et du Nord.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

Les aventures de chasse de deux explorateurs britanniques dans la région de Zoulouland en Afrique australe.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is...

First published in 1880, The River of Golden Sand is a detailed account of the explorations of Captain Gill and his team in western China. Yule's memoir of Gill provides insight into the man behind the book, while his introductory essay places the work...

This book provides captivating stories of the pioneering explorers who discovered South Africa. The book includes the stories of Mungo Park, Dr. Livingstone, Sir Henry Morton Stanley, and many others. These adventurers pushed boundaries and discovered...

Norton's captivating memoir recounts his many adventures and narrow escapes during a life spent at sea. From his beginnings in a printing office to his conversion to Christianity, Norton's story is an inspiration to all who read it. A classic of nautical...

This fascinating oral history offers a firsthand account of the life and work of Richard M. Leonard, a pioneering mountaineer, lawyer, and environmentalist. From his adventures on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada to his tireless advocacy for conservation...

Explore the life and voyages of the legendary explorer Christopher Columbus in this beautifully written biography. Written by acclaimed author Washington Irving, this book delves into Columbus's early life, his struggles to secure funding for his...

Follow the incredible true story of young electrician, Burlingame, as he embarks on an adventure of a lifetime. From the bustling streets of New York to the mysterious jungles of the Amazon, Burlingame faces incredible challenges and dangers at every...

In this thrilling memoir, British hunter Frank Sheffield recounts his harrowing encounter with a man-eating tiger in colonial India. Along with a vivid and detailed description of the hunt, this memoir offers insights into the culture and customs of...

Washington Irving's classic work on Christopher Columbus is a four-volume set that provides an in-depth account of the life and voyages of the great explorer. It explores his motivations for exploration, the challenges he faced, and his impact on world...

This travelogue provides a fascinating look into life in 18th century India and Persia, as seen through the eyes of an intrepid explorer. Francklin's observations on the people, customs, and landmarks he encountered on his journey are both insightful and...

This first-hand account of Captain Lindsay Anderson's experience while sailing around typhoons and fighting with pirates is packed with thrilling stories and experiences. Page by page, the book unfolds the remarkable adventures of the captain's sea life,...

This captivating memoir chronicles the life of a pioneering explorer who spent forty years in the Great North-W of Canada. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author provides a firsthand account of life in the rugged wilderness and...

In this riveting account of life as a sailor, Clark details his experiences on the U.S. Exploring Expedition. From shipwrecks to close encounters with whales, Clark's memoir is a thrilling adventure story that will captivate readers from start to finish...

Big Bend attracts some of the most dedicated visitors of any national park in the country. They drive for hours from all across Texas and beyond, sometimes for just a short weekend of wilderness. They bring everything needed for camping, boating, hiking,...

"The most authoritative edition of Gonzalo Solís de Merás's rare eye-witness account of Pedro Menéndez de Avilés's 1565 expedition to Florida, one of the earliest and most valuable accounts written about any region in the United States."-J. Michael...

This indispensable collection is filled with marvelous autobiographical glimpses of Loren Eiseley at different points in his life-as a young, inquisitive man during the Depression, as an astute archaeologist, as a blossoming writer, and lastly, as a...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Darvall Keppel Wilkins was born on April 19th, 1922 in Dubbo, Australia. He passed away peacefully on July 14th, 2018 in Port Vila, Vanuatu at the age of 96. He had returned to the islands and was living with his youngest daughter.Following his wartime...

Hendri Coetzee had been a professional kayaker for 15 years but had spent his life venturing into difficult mental and physical territory. He is still regarded as a white-water kayaker legend in his own time and led various expeditions on some of...