From Vanity Fair and The New York Times contributor comes a beautifully written, deeply felt memoir recounting the solo, cross-country journey she made along the Ten across the American southwest: a mission to uncover both what harrowing violence may or may not have happened to her late mother, but also, to look within and discover who she herself is—where her mother ends and she begins.In her trusted loaded-up minivan “Minnie,” E.A. Hanks follows the same route as a long-ago road trip with her mother in an attempt to better understand the complicated woman who gave her life. Along the way, as she follows her mother’s diaries and her own recollections of the route, she begins to uncover secrets—some unexpectedly wonderful, and others darker and more violent than she ever imagined—that bring more questions than answers. From the quiet expanses of White Sands National Park to the bustling streets of New Orleans, and the Texas-Mexico border to the swamps of the Florida panhandle, she interacts with the amazing breadth and diversity of the people that call these places home. Reckoning with the past, the present, her memories, and herself, Hanks brings us along a beautiful voyage towards understanding how the stories we tell about the places we’re from ultimately become the stories we tell about the people we are. Read more

Half the fun of an Elin Hilderbrand Nantucket novel is her attention to local detail: the beaches, restaurants, shops, and scenic destinations are as memorable as her plots and characters. For years Elin’s fans have made pilgrimages to the places they know from her books, and for years they’ve asked for a single guidebook to “Elin’s Nantucket.” The wait is over: in The Blue Book, the Queen of the Beach Read – and dare we say the Queen of Nantucket – offers readers practical, fun, insider tips: from drive-on beaches to late-night dance bars; from romantic getaways to family outings; from where to find the best oysters to where to buy the best beach towel. Interspersed with scenes from Elin’s novels set at the locations she recommends, with charming watercolor illustrations throughout, The Blue Book lets readers plan the perfect getaway – and live like the characters in an Elin Hilderbrand novel. Read more

National Geographic's flagship, best-selling guide covers all 59 national parks in the U.S. for nature and outdoor lovers everywhere. Intensive on-the-ground research, 300 photos and 80 colorful maps complete the extraordinary package. Practical and comprehensive coverage includes engaging, individual park descriptions and brief history, travel planning tips, itineraries and directions, activities, park lodges and hotels, visitor center contact information, and camping information. Well-known national parks writers provide new insights into the parks and share favorite spots for viewing scenery, wildlife, sunsets, and more in this Centennial edition. Read more

**Winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Autobiography**Included in President Obama’s 2016 Summer Reading List“Without a doubt, the finest surf book I’ve ever read . . . ” —The New York Times MagazineBarbarian Days is William Finnegan’s memoir of an obsession, a complex enchantment. Surfing only looks like a sport. To initiates, it is something else: a beautiful addiction, a demanding course of study, a morally dangerous pastime, a way of life.  Raised in California and Hawaii, Finnegan started surfing as a child. He has chased waves all over the world, wandering for years through the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, Africa. A bookish boy, and then an excessively adventurous young man, he went on to become a distinguished writer and war reporter. Barbarian Days takes us deep into unfamiliar worlds, some of them right under our noses—off the coasts of New York and San Francisco. It immerses the reader in the edgy camaraderie of close male friendships forged in challenging waves. Finnegan shares stories of life in a whites-only gang in a tough school in Honolulu. He shows us a world turned upside down for kids and adults alike by the social upheavals of the 1960s. He details the intricacies of famous waves and his own apprenticeships to them. Youthful folly—he drops LSD while riding huge Honolua Bay, on Maui—is served up with rueful humor. As Finnegan’s travels take him ever farther afield, he discovers the picturesque simplicity of a Samoan fishing village, dissects the sexual politics of Tongan interactions with Americans and Japanese, and navigates the Indonesian black market while nearly succumbing to malaria. Throughout, he surfs, carrying readers with him on rides of harrowing, unprecedented lucidity. Barbarian Days is an old-school adventure story, an intellectual autobiography, a social history, a literary road movie, and an extraordinary exploration of the gradual mastering of an exacting, little-understood art. Read more

Of course I knew how to scalp, and soon accomplished the feat, much to his satisfaction, for he said, “You are broke in now. You will do.” Following the doctor’s orders for a change of climate, in 1842 William Hamilton found himself accompanying a party of trappers on a year-long expedition. Heading into the wild, Hamilton would prove himself to be a fast learner, as adept with a firearm as with sign language: this early experience would be the making of him. As the nineteenth century progressed, along with many other trappers Hamilton found himself drawn into the Indian Wars brought about by territorial expansion.Exploring, trapping, trading and fighting, Hamilton shows how every aspect of a mountain man’s life relied on his wits and knowledge in order survive the inhospitable environments.First published in 1905, when the experiences of such pushing, adventurous and fearless men were becoming a thing of the past, Hamilton’s unassuming memoir relates an extraordinary life in a disappearing American West.William Thomas Hamilton (1822-1908), also known as Wildcat Bill, was a Scottish-born mountain man, trapper, and scout of the American West. Trapping from an early age, in the 1850s he became an Indian fighter and at the end of the decade established a trading post, concurrently holding a variety of jobs including county sheriff. Read more

A fascinating biography of the philanthropist Albert Barnes, whose pioneering collection of modern art was meant to transform America’s soulFrom prominent critic and biographer Blake Gopnik comes a compelling new portrait of America’s first great collector of modern art, Albert Coombs Barnes. Raised in a Philadelphia slum shortly after the Civil War, Barnes rose to earn a medical degree and then made a fortune from a pioneering antiseptic treatment for newborns. Never losing sight of the working-class neighbors of his youth, Barnes became a ruthless advocate for their rights and needs. His vast art collection—181 Renoirs, 69 Cézannes, 59 Matisses, 46 Picassos—was dedicated to enriching their cultural lives. A miner was more likely to get access than a mine owner.Gopnik’s meticulous research reveals Barnes as a fierce advocate for the egalitarian ideals of his era’s progressive movement. But while his friends in the movement worked to reshape American society, Barnes wanted to transform the nation’s aesthetic life, taking art out of the hands of the elite and making it available to the average American.The Maverick’s Museum offers a vivid picture of one of America’s great eccentrics. The sheer ferocity of Barnes’s democratic ambitions left him with more enemies than allies among people of all classes, but for a circle of intimates, he was a model of intelligence, generosity, and loyalty. In this compelling portrait, Gopnik reveals a life shaped by contradictions, one that left a lasting impact. Read more

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Ditching the city for the wilderness; walking from Mexico to Canada, against all odds.Carrot Quinn is weary of a life of screens, in a city where she feels disconnected from everyone. In a desperate move, she breaks away from everything to walk 2,660 miles from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail.In the desert of Southern California Carrot faces many challenges, both physical and emotional: pain, injury, blisters, aching cold and searing heat, dehydration, exhaustion, loneliness. In the wilderness she happens upon and becomes close with an eclectic group of strangers- people she wouldn't have chanced to meet in the “regular world” but who are brought together, here on the trail, by their one common goal: make it to Canada before the snow flies. Read more

This meticulously edited book brings you the complete works of an influential Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, glaciologist and advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States of America, known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks". This exceptional collection is comprised of Muir's travel memoirs, wilderness essays, environmental studies and personal letters. Contents: Books Picturesque California The Mountains of California Our National Parks My First Summer in the Sierra The Yosemite Travels in Alaska Stickeen: The Story of a Dog The Cruise of the Corwin A Thousand-mile Walk to the Gulf Steep Trails Studies in Sierra Articles and Speeches The National Parks and Forest Reservations Save the Redwoods Snow-storm on Mount Shasta Features of the Proposed Yosemite National Park A Rival of the Yosemite The Treasures of the Yosemite Yosemite Glaciers Yosemite in Winter Yosemite in Spring Edward Henry Harriman Edward Taylor Parsons The Hetch Hetchy Valley The Grand Cañon of the Colorado Autobiography The Story of My Boyhood and Youth Letters to a Friend Tribute Alaska Days With John Muir by Samuel Hall Young Read more

In 1893, Liliuokalani, the Queen of Hawaii, was deposed and five years later her nation became an incorporated territory of the United States. Published shortly after these momentous events, her book Hawaii’s Story by Hawaii’s Queen is an incredibly personal history of the islands that she was born to rule. Liliuokalani covers from her birth in 1838 through the reigns of her forebears to her own turbulent time as Queen of the Hawaiian Islands. Written to explain to the world the injustice of her situation and to reclaim the sovereignty which she had lost, the Chicago Daily Tribune claimed that “no scholar or lawyer could have state[d] it more effectively.” But despite her persuasive prose Hawaii never again regained its independence or its monarchy. Hawaii’s Story by Hawaii’s Queen is a fascinating history of one of the United States of America’s smallest but most unique states as it was going through significant change at the turn of the twentieth century. Queen Liliuokalani was the last reigning monarch of the kingdom of Hawaii. She ascended the throne in January of 1891, upon the death of her brother, King David Kalakaua. For years after her overthrow, the Queen sought redress in the Congress and courts of the United States, but her efforts failed. Her autobiographical history Hawaii’s Story by Hawaii’s Queen is the only work by a Hawaiian monarch and provides insight into her fight to regain her throne and life on Hawaii during the late-nineteenth century. Read more

"Impossible to put down. The action is intense and the plot unique. It soars along at a fast pace. This story is unmissable." - 5 Star Review from Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers’ Favorite. "Realistic and original. A fast-paced thriller packed with action and suspense." - Publishers Weekly BookLifeWithout warning, Russia starts a lightning operation to seize control of a vital arctic waterway off the Alaska coast. For America, it's a threat to national sovereignty. For Russia, it's a matter of life or death. For hot-wired naval aviator, Karen 'Bunny' O'Hare, it's about to be a bad day at the office. Bering Strait is a chilling look at the near future of warfare. Compelling and exciting, be sure you have nothing else planned when you start reading, because you'll find it hard to stop! Read more

"I went to Alaska for a job and found a twenty-year adventure!" -Melissa L. CookIn 1995, schoolteacher Melissa Cook and her young family spent two years in the isolated Aleut village of Nelson Lagoon on the edge of the Bering Sea. They later settled in the Tongass National Forest on Prince of Wales Island, where they measured rain in feet. With humor, vivid detail, and heart-pounding excitement, Melissa recounts her family's day-to-day joys, struggles, and captivating adventures.Throughout the book, Cook weaves in historical information about Alaska's past, including the Aleut internment camps during WWII, old logging camps in southeast Alaska, and the sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia in 1918.For those seeking inspiration to chase their dreams and push beyond their limits, Cook's memoir is a must-read. Her story is a testament to the resilience required to overcome adversity and the power of adventure to transform lives. This tale will surely delight Alaska adventure fans and anyone who has ever dreamed of traveling or living in the Last Frontier."This book helped me live adventures I'll never have but desperately want." -Aaron Linsdau, Polar Explorer, best-selling author of Antarctic Tears"An inspiring story of strength and grit." -Ann Parker, best-selling author of Follow Me to Alaska"It's all here-living in bush Alaska, fighting off men, packing a pistol for bear protection, suffering the ravages of weather, flying with white-knuckled fear, facing down hundred-mile an hour winds as well as fearing erupting volcanoes. And that's only part of their journey. You had to be there. Oh, wait. Melissa's book takes you there." -Larry Kaniut, best-selling author of the Alaska Bear Tales SeriesWestern Horizon Award Winner 2022High Plains Book Award Finalist 2022 Read more

👣 They saw it. They heard it. Some never came back.For centuries, people have told tales of giant, shadowy creatures lurking in the wilderness. But what happens when the stories turn real?📖 Real Bigfoot Encounters collects shocking, firsthand accounts of encounters with the unknown—from hunters, hikers, and even law enforcement officers. Each story brings chilling details, unanswered questions, and eerie evidence that suggests something is out there.Inside this book, you'll discover:✅ The Memorial Day Bigfoot footage—real or hoax?✅ The Terror in the Smokies case—when a camper vanished, leaving only torn-up gear behind.✅ A Sasquatch Siege in Alaska—witnesses claim a massive creature stalked their cabin for days.✅ The mysterious Mount St. Helens cover-up—what really happened to the creatures after the 1980 eruption?✅ Unexplained audio, eerie footprints, and terrifying close encounters from those who swear they saw Bigfoot up close.🔎 Is Bigfoot real, or is something even stranger happening? Read these true encounters and decide for yourself.📖 Get your copy today and explore the unexplained. Read more

Criss-cross the country on America's two-lane highways with the ultimate guide to the classic road trip. InsideRoad Trip USA you'll find:11 routes through the heart of America, color-coded and extensively cross-referenced to allow for hundreds of possible itineraries Mile-by-mile highlights celebrating the best of Americana, including roadside curiosities, parks, diners, and the local history and personality that makes each small town and big city unique Over 125 streamlined maps covering more than 35,000 miles of two-lane American blacktop Full-color photos and illustrations of America both then and now Expert advice from road-warrior Jamie Jensen, who sped along nearly 400,000 miles of highway in search of the perfect stretches of pavement Insight into the great American road trip, as well as resources, history, and fun facts along the way 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. Hit the road, roll down the windows, and discover the soul of the country with Road Trip USA.   Read more

Get ready to experience the ultimate slice of Wisconsin life with Grillin’ in a Blizzard: Tales from Life in the Great White Cheese State, a laugh-out-loud collection of stories, tall tales, and hard truths that every true Wisconsinite knows by heart. Wayne Larson captures the spirit of America’s Dairyland in this heartwarming, hilarious book that’s as comforting as a Friday night fish fry and as genuine as a Packers fan in a cheesehead hat.From braving a blizzard to fire up the grill (because a little snow never hurt a brat) to debating the superiority of Kwik Trip’s glazers, Larson serves up a celebration of everything that makes Wisconsin special—its quirks, its characters, and its unapologetic love for all things cheese, beer, and football. Whether he’s recounting a legendary cookout in subzero temperatures or the universal struggle to navigate road construction season, Larson’s stories will have you nodding in recognition and laughing out loud.In this book, you’ll discover:The Unspoken Rules of Kwik Trip: Why grabbing a coffee and a glazer is basically a rite of passage, and why you’ll never leave with just what you came for.The Fine Art of Grilling in Any Weather: Because in Wisconsin, the only thing tougher than the winters are the folks who grill in them.The Sacred Ritual of the Friday Night Fish Fry: The food, the feuds, and why it’s practically a religion.A Love Letter to Lambeau Field: Where every Packer game feels like a pilgrimage, and “Go Pack Go” is the prayer.An Ode to “Ope!”: The little word that sums up the state’s big heart.And much more!Written with the dry humor, down-to-earth warmth, and a deep love of all things Wisconsin, Grillin’ in a Blizzard isn’t just a book—it’s an invitation to pull up a lawn chair, grab a brat, and join in on the conversation. If you’ve ever shoveled snow in shorts, cheered for the Packers in a windstorm, or found yourself driving out of your way just to stop at Kwik Trip, this book is for you.Perfect for Wisconsin natives, transplanted Cheeseheads, or anyone who’s ever wondered why we call it a “bubbler” instead of a water fountain, Grillin’ in a Blizzard is a celebration of life in the heart of the Midwest—one laugh, one brat, and one beer at a time.Welcome to Wisconsin. Ope, let’s get readin’! Read more

Always wanted to travel the country in a RV?Looking for the best campgrounds with the best tips and tricks to make travelling safe, easier, and more fun along the way?Travelling in a RV doesn’t have to be scary or difficult.In fact, travelling in a RV can bring a life of joy, freedom, unforgettable memories and experiences that can improve your mental health drastically.All without killing your wallet!Especially if you have the roadmap of everything you need to know for safety and more fun WITH campgrounds and attractions to visit. This guide will save you time and money!“RV Traveling Hacks and State Parks Camping Guide” has everything you need to start this journey safely and more efficiently.Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced RVer, this RV book is full of the best hacks and campgrounds to make sure life on the road is easier with organization and efficiency so you can worry less and have more fun along your journey!In these pages, you will learn and discover:All the main benefits of RV travelingHow to choose your perfect RVExactly what to consider when buying or renting an RVHow to stay safe while operating and maintaining your RVThe most useful and essential tips and tricks for traveling by RVExactly how to plan your journey properly and the common mistakes to avoidThe epic list of campgrounds and attractions to visit in each city and stateMost essential information when finding the right campgrounds and staying connected while travelingHow to map your routes to stay in a constant flow of ease from one place to the nextTommy Kemp has traveled the entire United States in a RV 3 times and after receiving a ton of inquiries from friends on the best tips and tricks to consider, inspired Him to create this book to help everyone who is starting this journey.Tommy Kemp has a huge passion for RV traveling because it has changed Him for the best by receiving the most unforgettable experiences, memories, and freedom to explore the vast amount of nature's beauty that we are all surrounded by.Are you ready to hit the road and experience the wonders of RVing with the most useful tips and tricks?!The journey comes with more ease, fun, and happiness that you will not regret!Waste no more time, Scroll Up and Grab your NO FLUFF guide now! Read more

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“There is no city like New York and no better tour guide to it than Keith Taillon! I’m a lifelong New Yorker but he has taught me things about each neighborhood and every block I never knew before. Keith brings the ‘city that never sleeps’ alive in a way no one else can.” – Anderson CooperJoin Keith Taillon on twelve of his most popular walking tour routes, examining in depth the various neighbourhoods of Manhattan, their history, and the intricacies of their formation. In Walking New York, Keith traces the evolution of the Big Apple back to some of its early seeds, focusing on the 19th and 20th centuries – a window in which New York City transformed from a small provincial port town into a global metropolis. He covers everything from the completion of the Erie Canal and Croton Aqueduct to some of the notorious characters behind the city’s Gilded Age. Each chapter features a suggested walking route, with a detailed map and notes on the route's length and time. Throughout each walk, readers are encouraged to pause and really take in the streetscape. Filled with interesting facts and timelines, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of why the city looks and feels the way it does. Perfect for tourists, New Yorkers and armchair travellers alike, you will see New York in a new way, learning to look up, look around, and appreciate this truly special place anew. Read more

These forty essays from the New York Times’ City section tell “stories of human life in all its quirky richness” (The Boston Globe).   Featuring a cast of stellar writers, this collection brings some of the best essays from the City section to readers beyond the five boroughs. New York Stories profiles people like sixteen-year-old Barbara Ott, who surfs the waters off Rockaway in Queens, and Sonny Payne, the beloved panhandler of the F train. Other essays explore memorable places, from the Greenwich Village townhouse blown up by radical activists in the 1970s to a basketball court that serves as the heart of its Downtown neighborhood. The forty essays collected here reflect an intimate understanding of the city, one that goes beyond the headlines. The result is a passionate, well-written portrait of a legendary and ever-evolving place.   Contributors include: Andre Aciman, Thomas Beller, Laura Shaine Cunningham, Jim Dwyer, Jill Eisenstadt, Vivian Gornick, Chuck Klosterman, Robert Lipsyte, Phillip Lopate, Jan Morris, Richard Price, Joe Queenan, Suzanne Vega, Meg Wolitzer, and more   “Unassuming, elegant dispatches, suffused with a wise but unsentimental affection.”—The New Yorker   “All of the pieces are engrossing  . . . This is both an excellent addition to New York history and a pleasure for casual browsing.” ―Publishers Weekly Read more

Hey there, Yellowstone adventurer! Ever dreamed of watching Old Faithful erupt, spotting a grizzly bear in the wild, or hiking through otherworldly geothermal landscapes? Well, pack your hiking boots and charge your camera—because Yellowstone is calling, and this guide is your ultimate companion to experiencing America’s first and most iconic national park! Forget those outdated, cookie-cutter travel books. This is the Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide 2025, designed for travelers who want to see more than just the usual sights. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, I’ll show you the best places, hidden gems, and expert tips to make your Yellowstone adventure truly unforgettable. Here’s what’s waiting for you inside: ✅ Yellowstone’s must-see wonders: Yes, you’ll visit Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and Mammoth Hot Springs—but I’ll also take you to lesser-known geysers, secret viewpoints, and scenic trails most visitors never find. ✅ Wildlife spotting like a pro: Want to see bears, wolves, bison, and elk in their natural habitat? I’ll guide you to the best places and times to spot wildlife—without the crowds. ✅ Epic hiking & outdoor adventures: Whether you’re looking for short, scenic walks or challenging backcountry trails, this guide has a hike for every level—plus safety tips for hiking in bear country. ✅ Where to stay & eat: From campgrounds under the stars to cozy lodges inside the park, I’ll help you pick the best accommodations—along with top dining spots inside and outside the park. But wait, there’s more! 🚗 The ultimate Yellowstone road trip: Planning a self-drive tour? This guide includes customizable itineraries, scenic routes, and tips for navigating the park’s vast landscape—so you don’t miss a thing. 📸 Best photo spots: Want that perfect sunrise over the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone or an iconic shot of a bison crossing the road? I’ve mapped out the top photography locations in the park. 🔥 Avoiding crowds & tourist traps: Learn when to visit, how to skip the long lines, and the secret spots where you can enjoy Yellowstone’s magic without the rush. 🌲 Beyond Yellowstone: Want to explore more? This guide includes day trips to Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Hole, and other nearby natural wonders. Why trust me? Because I’ve explored every geyser basin, every scenic drive, and every hidden trail in Yellowstone. I know where to go, when to go, and how to get the most out of every moment in this incredible national park—and I’m sharing all my insider knowledge with you. Bonus: You’ll also get seasonal travel tips, packing checklists, and essential safety advice to help you prepare for any Yellowstone adventure—whether it’s summer, fall, or winter. Ready to experience Yellowstone like never before? Grab your copy of the Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide 2025 and start planning the trip of a lifetime! Read more