All Votes Add Books To This List. It boasts six adaptations, including a 1937 British film and a 2004 American television miniseries. Tarzan of the Apes, by Edgar Rice Burroughs These novels feature adventures that were all taken by putting one foot in front of the other. Features a murder trial, cruel captains, and a brave young girl who has to use all of her wits and resources if she wants to survive. Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carr. There is so much to choose from for kids age 10 to 11. In 1969 Kuala Lumpur, race riots tear apart the city and threaten the lives of everyone who lives there, whether Chinese or Malay. That is, until a star falls in the distance and he tells his sweetheart that he will do anything to fetch it for her. One of the most famous and acclaimed English novels in history happens to be a grim adventure story. Director: James Gunn | Stars: Isabela Merced, Rachel Brosnahan, Nathan Fillion, David Corenswet Introduction Nico Lorenzutti. But their plans reach a snag when they encounter their greatest foe: the Pacific Northwest coast. Does The Wizard of Oz even need an introduction? Complete with talking animals, evil queens, and Turkish Delights. 1 The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1) Suzanne Collins | 5.00 WINNING MEANS FAME AND FORTUNE. Its good old-fashioned gory adventure and well worth reading. Martin wrote this fantastically dark novelette that won the Hugo Award, the Nebula Award, and the Locus Award in 1980. Moreau, Sabatinis main character, slowly develops a sense of idealism as he makes his way through a changing world. Popular Subjects Earthsea. Ernest Hemingway was a big-game hunter, and he drew from his own experiences to write The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber. In it, Francis Macomber, his wife, and a friend are in Africa hunting buffalo, which does not turn out as they wanted. One of National Geographic's Top 10 adventure titles, winner of the National Book Award, and recipient of the Grand Prix of the Acadmie Francaise, Wind, Sand and Stars is one of the most popular works ever written about flying. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, by Jules Verne Frederick Amadeus Malleson These books take readers on a journey into another world: where nature reigns supreme and a blade of grass can be the height of the Empire State Building. Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout decided to use the time to circumnavigate the world. So begins his journey to find a faithful squire, save damsels in distress, and fight windmills. In 1960, John Steinbeck took a road trip around the United States with his poodle (who was named Charley). The Beach, by Alex Garland Want to introduce some of the best Native American authors to your bookshelf? After the death of his parents, he visits his miserly, paranoid uncle at the family estate known as the House of Shaws. His defeat secured via dark magic, Conan must seek unlikely allies and fight (and fight, and fight) his way back to his people in order to reclaim his throne. Eric Brighteyes fixes this for us. Written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, this story of buccaneers and buried gold launched a million tropes of treasure maps, sea chests, Black Spots, and deserted islands. Introduction In doing so, he befriends Athos, Porthos, and Aramis the Kings most celebrated musketeers and embarks on a journey of his own. Cheryl Strayeds account of her trek along the 1,100-mile Pacific Crest Trail instantly became a New York Times bestseller when it was published. Sarah Juliette Sasson. Lets find out. Start quiz Ancient History 1. published. You might not think a story centered on delivering the mail could possibly be fraught with adventurewhich is why you must read this book. By A straightforward fictionalization of the famous mutiny that occurred in 1789, in which Lieutenant William Bligh faced a rebellious crew and was set adrift in a small boat with the only loyal crew members. Luckily, hes saved from certain death by Portuguese fishermen. Kim learns the Great Game of espionage and secret politics in the heat of India before being identified as English and sent back to England where hes schooled and trained in spycraft. But he does not encounter what he anticipated in his journey into the metaphorical and very literal heart of darkness in the middle of the jungle. The ensuing adventure is essentially a 19th century The Amazing Race, literally taking the reader on a madcap dash across the entire globe, while simultaneously being a commentary on the advancing pace of technology, and the changing world it was inspiring. Buck is a dog, kidnapped from his home and forced into slavery as a sled dog. Arctic Ambush: The Flint Stryker Thriller Series - Book 2. What could go wrong? Identity, LGBTQ+, Lists 56 Queer Fantasy/Sci-fi Books That Should Be On Your Radar Buy Before We Disappear now! Wind, Sand and Stars By Antoine de Saint-Exupry. What follows is an adventure through the grandest landscape of all: the galaxy. Set in the years before World War I, Wrens novel depicts life in the French Foreign Legion fairly accurately. Now he must survive with nothing but a hatchet. When fifth grader Jesse Aarons befriends his new neighbor, Leslie Burke, a beautiful friendship and kingdom is born. This is the true story about that fateful race, its sad, heroic characters, and how one decision can spell life or death. An adventure story is a type of story . The Three Musketeers, by Alexandre Dumas You can't really discuss adventure stories without bringing Dumas into the conversation. Luc Sante. Jules Verne Its as old-school as an adventure novel can get, elevated by Doyles deft grasp of pacing, plot, and deep research into the historical period. That is, until he almost drowns in the Atlantic Sea. If you only have 30 minutes on hand, the below short stories will be able to whet your appetite. Cussler is probably the king of the modern adventure novel, and Sahara remains his best effort. Look no further for the best picks! Time travel has become a reality in 2055 and a company called Time Safari Inc is advertising a chance to travel back in time to hunt dinosaurs. Hiding behind a mask, Blakeney becomes the Scarlet Pimpernel, using his fighting skills and quick wit to rescue his fellow nobleswith style. Suzanne Collins (shelved 41 times as adventure-fiction) avg rating 4.33 8,076,402 ratings published 2008 Want to Read Rate this book 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars The Alchemist (Paperback) by Paulo Coelho (Goodreads Author) (shelved 40 times as adventure-fiction) . Dumas classic revenge story is also the ultimate adventure story, centered on a man who is wrongly imprisoned, escapes, makes a fortune, and seeks to get back at his enemies. This is a cosmic adventure in a very literal sense, as our young hero, Torris, tries to survive on a comet made entirely of ice. You might have watched the Academy Award-winning movie already but, as always, the book is better! Combining Abraham Lincoln and a Civil War-era ironside ship, the crash and disappearance of an Amelia Earhart-like pilot in 1933, a secret gold mine and a terrifying pollutant that threatens the entire worlds ecosystem, Cussler doesnt let you have even a moment to breathe, but you wont notice because its all so much fun. Introduction Pure Land by Annette McGivney. 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. Buy Heart of Iron now! 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. Jules Verne Let's find out. J.K. Rowling. Of course, the key to thi Children's books about diversity are crucial: they introduce difficult but important topics to little ones in engaging and thoughtful ways. One of Neil Gaimans earlier works, its nonetheless one of the most charming coming-of-age adventures that youll find. Written by Swiss pastor Johann David Wyss, this book about a family shipwrecked in the East Indies ignited Europes imagination in 1812. So what is it for you? You'll find historical fiction, realistic contemporary stories, exciting fantasies, middle school tales, and memoirs in verse. Their relationship is troubled by war, injuries, court martials, and death itselfall told in Hemingways bold, signature style. Fiction In Nicole Flattery's dbut novel, Mae, a teen-ager from Queens, drops out of high school and ends up in Andy Warhol's Factory as a typist, transcribing the conversations that will become. The Count of Monte Cristo (Kindle Edition) by. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the number of amazing adventure books on hand, you can also take our 30-second quiz below to narrow it down quickly and get a book recommendation that's personalized for your tastes. The first installment of the Dune series, Dune is an interstellar adventure that revolves around several different noble houses battling to control the desert island Arrakis, upon which the coveted spice mlange resides. Self-taught, imposingly strong, and bitterly intelligent, Wolf sees no value in existence beyond survival and sensory pleasure. Theres nothing more Adventure Novel than three down-on-their-luck Americans prospecting for gold in the unsettled mountains of Mexico shortly after the revolution there. Another shining adventure story that Jules Verne (him again!) Another absolute classic set during the Napoleonic Wars, OBrian follows the careers of Captain Jack Aubrey and physician-slash-spy Stephen Maturin as they battle the French in progressively larger ships of the line. Londons powerful story is iconic for a reason, of course, and is required reading for anyone wondering who they would be if stripped of the modern conveniences. After becoming separated from his parents in the chaos, Jamie Graham survives in feral fashion scrounging for food, and eventually surrenders to the Japanese for the relative safety of a prison camp. Masterfully written, this book pits man against all the elements that nature can throw him. There is one thing that we dont see enough in adventure fiction, and thats Vikings. Scaramouche, by Rafael Sabatini It has been in use in English since the Middle Ages. Written by Swedish writer Frans G. Bengtsson, The Long Ships today remains one of the most widely-read books in Sweden. By In an era when "fantasy" was synonymous with "fake medieval Europe," The Bridge of Birds gave us something wonderfully original: a novel set as its subtitle explains in "an ancient China that never was.". Showing 1-50 of 432. Adventure genre includes stories that are exciting and sometimes risky. This no-nonsense plot is based on actual events, and established a template for the team of experts working together in grim determination, with plenty of danger, violence, and surprise betrayals for any fan of adventure stories. The tin on this 1888 story written by Rudyard Kipling says it all. The adventure of a lifetime. Ursula K. Heise By A romantic adventure against the backdrop of the French Revolution. You might not want to miss out on Robert Byrons account of his ten-month travels in the Middle East, credited by writer Paul Fussell as being to poetry what Ulysses was to the novel. Gillen DArcy Wood. Elise Sutton, an off-duty detective browsing at a big-box store, shoots and kills a gunman who seemed to be aiming at one man in particular. Another one of Jules Vernes magnum opuses and one of the most famous examples of subterranean fiction. Youve probably never met a hero like Despereaux Tilling: a young but noble mouse. Before The Perfect Storm was The Cruel Sea. On the downside of unbidden adventure, this is the story of David Balfour. Sea monsters and the first steampunk submarine: it doesnt get more adventurous than that. The Cruel Sea, by Nicholas Monsarrat Mishaps expectedly occur along this adventure. Introduction Seeing in Humphrey the chance at a conversational partner, he makes Humphrey part of the crew. Two years later, he headed into the forest in Alaska, where his body would eventually be found. 1997-2023 Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. 33 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003, Submit your email address to receive Barnes & Noble offers & updates. Well, an adventure with animals. This sort of dual life has become a staple of many adventure stories, of course, but few have been done with such style and panache. This 1899 novella by Joseph Conrad tells the doomed story of Charles Marlow, who wishes to leave behind the civilized world and sail up the Congo in Africa. His novels are still the gold standard when it comes to stories centered on a sense of esprit de corps and the origin of the idea people with a particular set of skills should not be mistreated. 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