Microadventures

by Alastair Humphreys
Microadventures cover
Good Books rating 4.23
Travel and Adventure
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  • ID: 4194
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780007548040
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2014-06-05
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Microadventures: Local Discoveries for Great Escapes is a vibrant and enthusiastic guide to finding adventure right in your backyard. Authored with a pleasingly madcap energy, it encourages readers to step outside their comfort zones and embrace the unknown. The book is packed with ideas for new and exhilarating experiences that don't require extensive travel or planning, making adventure accessible to everyone with an open mind and boundless curiosity. /n/nRecommended for viewing on a color tablet, this book is not just a collection of adventures but a mindset shift. It challenges the notion that adventure is only found in far-off lands, proving that excitement and discovery can be found in everyday life. Whether you're looking to spice up your routine or simply see your surroundings in a new light, Microadventures offers a fresh perspective on how to live life to the fullest.

Reviews
Alastair Humphreys Blog · 2025-10-21
inspiring 4.50

The book is celebrated for its stunning photographs and non-linear narrative, making it a delightful and inspiring read. The layout encourages readers to explore it at their own pace.

This book stands out not just for its content but also for its presentation. The photographs are a highlight, complementing the text beautifully and making the reading experience more immersive. The non-linear narrative allows readers to dip in and out, finding inspiration wherever they open the book. It's a perfect blend of visual and written storytelling, encouraging readers to seek out their own microadventures close to home.

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    For me, it's the photos as much as the words that make this book a success: it is not a linear narrative, but a book to leaf through, see something that catches ...

    It is not a linear narrative, but a book to leaf through, see something that catches ...

    The book is a success because of its photos as much as the words.

A Suitcase Full of Books · 2020-09-20
creative 4.00

The book offers a variety of adventurous ideas, some of which may seem unusual but ultimately prove that great escapes can be found close to home.

This book is packed with creative ideas for local adventures, some of which might seem a bit outlandish at first glance. However, the author successfully demonstrates that you don't need to travel far to find excitement and adventure. The book encourages readers to embrace the spirit of exploration in their everyday lives, making it a great resource for those looking to spice up their routines.

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    Humphrey's book provides many ideas for outings, most of which border on the ridiculous, but in the end prove that you don't have to go far, and ...

    The book encourages readers to embrace the spirit of exploration in their everyday lives.

    It's a great resource for those looking to spice up their routines.

Cycling Scot · 2016-06-29
engaging 4.20

The book is praised for its glossy, colorful format and easy-to-read short chapters, making it an engaging and visually appealing read.

The format of this book is one of its standout features. The glossy, colorful pages filled with great photographs make it a pleasure to look at, while the short chapters make it easy to pick up and read in small doses. This combination of visual appeal and accessible writing style makes the book both engaging and inspiring. It's a great choice for anyone looking to add a bit of adventure to their life without having to go too far from home.

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    The book is a glossy, colourful format filled with great photographs of the Microadventures and the short chapters make it easy to dip in and ...

    The short chapters make it easy to dip in and ...

    The book is a pleasure to look at, while the short chapters make it easy to pick up and read in small doses.

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