North America

Two friends, zero preparation, one dream. From the author of the beloved bestseller The Emerald Mile comes a rollicking and poignant account of an epic 750-mile odyssey, on foot, through the heart of America’s most magnificent national park and the grandest wilderness on earth.

In April 1992 a young man from a well-to-do family hitchhiked to Alaska and walked alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley....

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America - majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes....

Meriwether Lewis and his partner, William Clark, endured incredible hardships and witnessed astounding sights on their 1803 cross-country trip to unexplored West....

A powerful, blazingly honest memoir: the story of an eleven-hundred-mile solo hike that broke down a young woman reeling from catastrophe - and built her back up again....

In the best-selling tradition of Bill Bryson and Tony Horwitz, Rinker Buck's The Oregon Trail is a major work of participatory history....

To live in a pristine land unchanged by man... to roam a wilderness through which few other humans have passed....

The Trail is a moving story of how nature helps us find what’s missing in our lives. The tale begins with Gil, who in the wake of his father’s death and recently fired from his job, agrees to accompany his father’s old hiking partner Syd on a month-long trek on the John Muir Trail....

Hardly anyone ever leaves Des Moines, Iowa. But Bill Bryson did....

In 2003, software engineer David Miller left his job, family, and friends to hike 2,172 miles of the Appalachian Trail....

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local audiobook is for you....

The Colorado River is an essential resource for a surprisingly large part of the United States, and every gallon that flows down it is owned or claimed by someone. David Owen traces all that water from the Colorado’s headwaters to its parched terminus, once a verdant wetland....

In their own words, recorded in the famous journals of Lewis and Clark, the members of the Corps of Discovery tell their story with an immediacy and power missing from secondhand accounts....

This Spanish audiobook is the perfect way to learn how to speak just like the locals do so that when you finally go on your dream vacation, you won’t have to worry about sticking out like a sore thumb....

Award-winning writer, researcher, and American Studies scholar Dr. Megan Kate Nelson takes you on a marvelous journey through some of the most beautiful places on Earth.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is just for you....

When prize-winning war correspondent Tony Horwitz leaves the battlefields of Bosnia and the Middle East for a peaceful corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains, he thinks he's put war zones behind him....

Sarah Vowell exposes the glorious conundrums of American history and culture with wit, probity, and an irreverent sense of humor....

The latest edition to the successful Hidden Magic series features updated information on the latest attractions at Walt Disney World, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway....

Hailed as a masterpiece of American travel writing, Blue Highways is an unforgettable journey along our nation's backroads....

"Not long after I moved with my family to a small town in New Hampshire, I happened upon a path....

The music of Frank Sinatra, Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, and many other artists provides the score to the reflections of a musician on the road in this memoir....

Francis Parkman's journal - written in 1846 - provides an eye-witness account of a Harvard-educated Bostonian traveling the Rocky Mountains, living among the Dakota Sioux....

A collection of transcendent, lyrical essays on life in the American West, the classic companion to Gretel Ehrlich’s new book, Unsolaced....

Jessica Bruder follows an RVer, Linda, between physically taxing seasonal jobs and reunions of her new van-dweller family, or "vanily"....

Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history behind each park, explore the best hiking trails with detailed tips, uncover secret spots most visitors miss, and immerse yourself in the diverse flora, fauna, and geology that make these landscapes extraordinary.

In Cumberland, Maryland, the Spring, or Vernal, Equinox occurred at 11:06 p.m. on March 19, according to the Gregorian calendar imposed on the world by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582. The Equinox marks the astronomical beginning of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere. I have decided that between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice on June 20 I will wander on the Great Allegheny Passage, a bike and hiking trail built on the roadbeds of now-abandoned railroads that extends 150 miles from Cumberland to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Another trail, the C&O Canal Towpath, runs 184.5 from ...

From learning about the culture and customs to finding the best restaurants and attractions, these guidebooks provide comprehensive information to ensure a hassle-free unforgettable journey. Each guidebook is packed with insider tips and recommendations, tailored specifically to the location, so you can make the most of your time and truly get to know the destination.

Discover the exquisite beauty of peonies and the art of growing them in cold climates with this guide. The Art of Growing Peonies is an essential resource for anyone interested in cultivating these stunning blooms, explicitly tailored to thrive in colder environments. Listen about Charlotte Kilcher’s Peonies and get Peony Tips and Tricks from Rita Jo Schultz, Alaska’s Peony Pioneer.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Sandusky. Greater Than a Tourist- Sandusky, Ohio’ by Chelsea Vallejo offers an in-depth look and guide through the city of Sandusky and surrounding areas, including some of the beautiful Lake Erie islands. Most books on this area cover basic attractions, which is great, but this book offers a complete guide to the biggest attractions and popular hidden gems in the area.