"Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail" by Cheryl Strayed - This memoir tells the story of the author's solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail and her journey of self-discovery.
"Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer - This non-fiction book tells the story of Christopher McCandless, a young man who ventured into the Alaskan wilderness to live off the land and his tragic end.
"The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho - This philosophical novel follows a young shepherd boy on a journey to fulfill his destiny and discover the true meaning of life.
"Eat, Pray, Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert - This memoir recounts the author's travels to Italy, India, and Indonesia as she searches for herself and a deeper sense of meaning in life.
"The Road" by Cormac McCarthy - This post-apocalyptic novel follows a father and son as they journey through a bleak and dangerous world, trying to survive and hold onto their humanity.
"The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald - This classic novel explores themes of love, loss, and the American Dream, and will remind you of the beauty and tragedy of life.
"Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl - This memoir explores the author's experiences as a prisoner in a Nazi concentration camp and his insights into the meaning of life and human resilience.
"The Power of One" by Bryce Courtenay - This novel follows a young boy growing up in South Africa during the apartheid era and his struggles to overcome adversity and find his place in the world.
"The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway - This classic novella tells the story of an aging fisherman's epic struggle with a giant marlin, and his determination to prove his worth and regain his sense of purpose.
"The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein - This children's book is a timeless classic that teaches important lessons about love, generosity, and the joy of giving.