Books That Will Give You Wanderlust

3 September, 2025

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The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: A timeless fable about following your dreams and discovering yourself while journeying across deserts and beyond.

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Love With a Chance of Drowning by Torre DeRoche: A heartfelt memoir of facing fears and sailing across the Pacific for love and adventure.

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The Caliph’s House: A Year in Casablanca by Tahir Shah: A witty chronicle of restoring a crumbling mansion in Morocco navigating superstition and culture.

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On the Road by Jack Kerouac:  A Beat Generation classic capturing the restless spirit of youth, freedom, and road trips across America.

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Looking for Transwonderland by Noo Saro-Wiwa: A sharp, personal travelogue exploring modern Nigeria with humor and unflinching honesty.

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The Lost City of Z by David Grann: A gripping tale of jungle expeditions in search of a mythical city deep in the Amazon.

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The Beach by Alex Garland: A darkly alluring story of a secret Thai island paradise and the utopia that turns into a nightmare.

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In A Sunburned Country by Bill Bryson: A witty, eye-opening exploration of Australia’s landscapes, quirks, and larger-than-life character.

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A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson: A humorous yet profound recounting of trekking the Appalachian Trail and reconnecting with nature.

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Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne: A classic adventure of speed, ingenuity, and wonder as Phileas Fogg races across the globe.