Leilani's book recommendations on Shepherd…
Explorers' Sketchbooks: The Art of Discovery & Adventure
By Huw Lewis-Jones, Kari Herbert
Why did I love this book?
I am excited by the actual diary entries and art work from a wide range of essential expeditions…
First Man: Reimagining Matthew Henson
By Simon Schwartz
Why did I love this book?
I’m delighted to see Matthew Henson’s whole story in a graphic novel. I feel empowered by the extent of his contributions in reaching the North Pole.…
African Menagerie: A Celebration of Nature
By Brian Jarvi
Why did I love this book?
I’ve never seen anything like this body of work—it’s mesmerizing to see Brian Jarvi’s paintings and thought process behind his 17-year creation…
Knitting in Antarctica: 28 Beautiful Hat Patterns with Stories of Life 'On the Ice'
By Lynn A. Hamann, Christine M. Powell
Why did I love this book?
I had no idea about what life is like in McMurdo Antarctica. On top of that, getting patterns of wearable art that you can knit yourself is…
Smiler's Bones
By Peter Lerangis
Why did I love this book?
I feel heartbroken about this story of the Inuit guides who were a part of Robert Perry’s expedition to the North Pole…