I read a LOT. Most of what I read is fiction, but sometimes I get that craving for a good nonfiction novel. I have always been a complete history nerd so historical nonfiction is usually what I gravitate to. It really does not matter what period of history I am reading about, I enjoy the personal stories and struggles of people who really lived. In reading about a different time I feel I can transport myself to that era and see through the eyes of those who lived there. In a sense historical nonfiction is a type of time machine easily accessed and free with a library card! The following are some of my recent favorites!

Labyrinth of Ice by Buddy Levy

I have always been fascinated with any story about exploration or sailing ships, so this one captivated me. I had never heard of the Greely Expedition before, but the author had me feeling like I was along for the ride! (While being curled up with a blanket and lemonade…) The goal of Greely and crew was to be the first people to get to the North Pole. They had to deal with sub zero temperatures without any modern amenities. They had to defend against wild animals, days of total darkness, dwindling supplies, and a punishing icy environment. Each individual had to find the strength to stay sane and alive while going where no one had gone before. This book was one wild ride!

Recommended for fans of exploration, ships, survival, and adventure. *may contain cannibalism based on evidence discovered by rescuers*.

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