Category: Travel Memoirs and Adventure Novels East in Paradise: Journey to the Heart, Book 2 is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through Southeast Asia. The author explores different cultures and traditions while also sharing personal stories of his own experiences. This book is well-written with vivid descriptions that transport readers to exotic locations. Between the World and Me is a powerful memoir by Ta-Nehisi Coates that delves into the African American experience in America. The author shares his personal journey through life, including growing up in Baltimore and attending Howard University. This book offers insightful commentary on race relations and social justice issues in America. Searching for Hassan: A Journey to the Heart of Iran is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through Iran. The author explores different cities and cultures while also sharing personal stories of his own experiences. This book offers a unique perspective on Iranian culture and history, as well as the challenges faced by foreigners in the country. Exit West: A Novel is a dystopian novel that takes place in a fictional world where people can escape to other worlds through magical portals. The story follows two young refugees who use these portals to flee their war-torn homeland and start a new life in another world. This book offers thought-provoking commentary on the refugee crisis and the human cost of war. A Glimpse of Glory: My Journey to Heaven and Back is a memoir by an Iranian man who claims to have died and gone to heaven before returning to earth. The author shares his personal experiences in both worlds, including meeting God and witnessing the afterlife. This book offers unique insight into religious beliefs and the human experience of death and rebirth. Daughters of the Samurai: A Journey from East to West and Back is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through Japan and America. The author explores different cultures and traditions while also sharing personal stories of his own experiences. This book offers insightful commentary on Japanese culture and history, as well as the challenges faced by foreigners in Japan. A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through the Appalachian Mountains. The author shares his personal journey through life while also exploring different cultures and traditions along the way. This book offers unique insight into American culture and history, as well as the human cost of modernization. Heirs to Forgotten Kingdoms: Journeys into the Disappearing Religions of the Middle East is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through the Middle East. The author explores different cultures and traditions while also sharing personal stories of his own experiences. This book offers insightful commentary on religious diversity in the region, as well as the challenges faced by minority groups. Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion is a memoir by Jesuit priest Greg Boyle that explores themes of love, compassion, and social justice. The author shares his personal journey through life while also working with gang members in Los Angeles. This book offers unique insight into the human cost of poverty and violence, as well as the power of community to transform lives. Meet Me in Venice: A Chinese Immigrant's Journey from the Far East to the Faraway West is a travel memoir that takes readers on an adventure through Italy and China. The author explores different cultures and traditions while also sharing personal stories of his own experiences. This book offers insightful commentary on immigration, cultural identity, and the human cost of globalization. Overall, these books offer unique perspectives on travel, culture, and history. Whether you are interested in adventure novels or memoirs, there is something for everyone in this category.