Recs if you like Island of the Lost: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World...

tales of history's infamous ships and those who sailed them

nonfiction books focusing on situations where humans find themselves fighting against nature (and sometimes their fellow humans) in hopes of survival

Shipwreck narratives aren’t just thrill rides. They’re reminders of nature’s power and humanity’s vulnerability. But most of all, they’re deeply hopeful. Even in the worst conditions—cramped rafts, dwindling supplies, scorched islands—someone figures out how to endure. If you’ve ever wanted a dose of courage, or to understand what true grit looks like beyond the buzzword, these books deliver.

Nonfiction books about maritime misadventures