There’s no better way to pass time on long journeys than to read. A book makes journeys more enjoyable and adds value to the trip. Here is the ultimate travel book list for you:
The Art of Happiness by H.H. the Dalai Lama and Howard C. Cutler
If you love Buddhism or are inspired by the Dalai Lama; this book is perfect for you. It doesn’t delve very deep into Buddhist practices, but instead is a practical handy guide of how to live life and be happy. If you are looking for some self-reflection while travelling, buy this book.
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
A classic favourite author, Jane Austen brings another splendid story. This one is slightly shorter than Pride and Prejudice but is equally engaging. If you’re travelling to England, this book will be your perfect companion!
Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Also adapted into a super-hit movie starring Julia Roberts, this book is a great light read. It will definitely encourage and inspire you to roam in unknown lands and look within while being on the move. Mostly set in Bali and India; this book is a great reminder of how travelling changes us all.
Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer
A lot of us talk a lot about leaving everything behind and going into wilderness, well Chris McCandless (the hero of the book), did it. Complete solitude and leaving humanity; is what this book talks about. A long and treacherous journey into the harsh woods of Alaska, makes Chris deal with his inward emotions and also deal with a lot of real issues; like hunting for food.
Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts
If long novels are your preferred choice, then nothing beats Shantaram. And if you’re travelling here in India itself (specially Mumbai), this book will take back to a long forgotten era of dons in Mumbai. This tragic yet powerful story is about Shantaram dealing with love, loss, drugs and escaping an Australian high security prison. Sprinkled with a lot of wisdom; some paragraph’s in this book are quote worthy.
