Books for Travel Junkies: 5 Stunning Hardcovers

Books for Travel Junkies: 5 Stunning Hardcovers

These stunning travel books are by far the most beautiful books we have ever owned and are essential for travel junkies

1. People of New York by Brandon Stanton

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Anyone familiar with the Humans of New York blog will understand what you're in for: a beautiful, candid, funny and inspiring collection of photographs and stories that capture the spirit of New York. In 2010, Stanton set out to create a photographic census of New York City.

Armed with his camera, he began crisscrossing the city, covering thousands of miles on foot, all in an attempt to capture New Yorkers and their stories. The result is not necessarily distinguished by the photography, but by the amusing, touching stories that accompany it.

2. Before They Die by Jimmy Nelson

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For three years, Jimmy Nelson traveled the world to capture the beauty of over 30 remote tribes with his wide-field camera. His photographs, now collected in this deliciously luxurious tome, depict rural life in some of the world's most pristine landscapes.

From monks in Tibet to Kazakhs in Mongolia, Nelson's stunning images are complemented by insightful portraits of rarely seen cultures. A perfect gift for any travel junkie (including yourself).

3. Explorers: Tales of Endurance and Exploration by DK Books

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From the first humans to leave Africa to the first to leave the planet, the drive to explore the unknown has fueled human progress. This beautiful book tells the story of humanity's explorations and takes the reader into the lives of some of the most intrepid people ever known.

The book focuses on 50 of the world's greatest explorers and is filled with first-person accounts, rare maps, specially commissioned photographs and artwork that recreate the greatest expeditions in history.

4. Architecture of Density by Michael Wolf

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A book full of skyscrapers may not sound like a great photography project, but Michael Wolf's collection exudes such a dark beauty that it still resonates.

The German photographer documents Hong Kong's mega building and examines how the region's extreme development affects the relationship between public and private space, anonymity and individuality in one of the most densely populated cities in the world. The result is breathtaking and sobering, terrifying and awe-inspiring.

5. Complete World Atlas from DK Books

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This beautiful world atlas is by far the best we've ever owned and one of the most essential books for travel junkies. With over 330 maps presented on full-color, double-page spreads, it provides a detailed and compelling profile of the world's continents and countries.

Readers will also find a stimulating series of thematic maps that explore Earth's place in the universe, its physical forms and processes, the world of living things, and the human condition. Possibly the best doorstop of a book you will ever buy.

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Cover photo: Jimmy Nelson

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