Books matching: adventurous journey
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Save:A light, old-school fantasy adventure bursting with charm and comfort, best enjoyed by newer fantasy fans and those craving a nostalgic, heartwarming quest - even if it’s not the most original tale in the genre.
THE FIRST THING the boy Garion remebered was the kitchen at Faldor's farm. For all the rest of his life he had a special warm feeling for kitchens and those peculiar sounds and smells that seemed some... - #2
Save:A must-read for fantasy lovers - Mistborn’s inventive magic, layered plot, and lovable characters make it a classic, despite a slow start and simple prose. Stick with it - the payoff is absolutely worth it!
Vin watched the downy flakes drift through the air. Leisurely. Careless. Free. The puffs of soot fell like black snowflakes, descending upon the dark city of Luthadel. They drifted in corners, blowing... - #3
Save:A moody, genre-blending prologue that’s short, strange, and unforgettable - worth it for worldbuilding fans, but start with an open mind and dive into the next book if you’re left on the fence.
The desert was the apotheosis of all deserts, huge, standing to the sky for what might have been parsecs in all directions. White; blinding; waterless; without feature save for the faint, cloudy haze... - #4
Save:A poetic, foundational fantasy full of wisdom and adventure - a must-read for classic fantasy lovers, provided you don’t mind a slower, more thoughtful pace.
The Island of Gont, a single mountain that lifts its peak a mile above the storm-racked Northeast Sea, is a land famous for wizards. From the towns in its high valleys and the ports on its dark narrow... - #5
Save:A classic, nostalgic adventure brimming with historical flavor and memorable characters - best for lovers of old-school epics and American pioneer tales, but the outdated views and leisurely pace may not be for everyone.
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Save:A lush, challenging, and original fantasy - equal parts ambitious and exhausting. Worth it for fans of epic storytelling who want their imagination stretched (and don't mind a few weird detours along the way).
It was the pivotal teaching of Pluthero Quexos, the most celebrated dramatist of the Second Dominion, that in any fiction, no matter how ambitious its scope or profound its theme, there was only ever... - #7
Save:A delightfully inventive and heartwarming fantasy with quirky humor and lovable, imperfect characters - perfect if you enjoy magical escapism and a few twists on fairy tales!
In the land of Ingary, where such things as seven-league boots and cloaks of invisibility really exist, it is quite a misfortune to be born the eldest of three. Everyone knows you are the one who will... - #8
Save:'Jungle of Stone' follows the extraordinary journey of John L. Stephens and Frederick Catherwood as they discover the lost civilization of the Maya in the early 1800s. The duo faced numerous hardships including diseases, wars, and natural obstacles while exploring the Mayan ruins in Latin America. Through meticulous drawings by Catherwood and detailed accounts by Stephens, they shed light on the art and architecture of the Mayans, previously unknown to the world. The narrative captures the historic details of their explorations and brings to life the people involved in these early adventures, showcasing the insatiably curious nature of the explorers.
Thirteen years earlier, before dawn, Stephens stepped aboard a British brig to embark on the boldest, most extraordinary journey of his life. In the early morning as the tide began to ebb along the do... - #9
Save:A modern classic - epic, thoughtful, and surprisingly intense, Watership Down is a deeply rewarding read for those who enjoy layered tales about survival, leadership, and the wild beauty of nature. Worth the hype!
The primroses were over. Toward the edge of the wood, where the ground became open and sloped down to an old fence and a brambly ditch beyond, only a few fading patches of pale yellow still showed amo... - #10
Save:A fun and imaginative journey that’s best approached as a pioneering classic of science-fantasy - sometimes slow, often charming, and always a window into the wild dreams of early science fiction. Worth checking out if you love adventure and want to experience one of the genre’s true originals!
I was left alone. But arguing with the most irascible of professors was out of the question for someone of my somewhat undecided turn of mind. Just as I was cautiously retreating to my handsome room u...
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