Light reads
The book series which I would like to travel with are “Goosebumps” by R.L Stine and the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by Jeff Kinney. These are lightweight, and easy to keep in our bags. Whenever time permits, we can read those books. These books are a cure for our boredom when we travel.
“Goosebumps” are horror stories and it pleasant to read during the long and boring part of the journey. As I also love scary books, this one is suitable for me as it keeps my heart racing. It keeps me occupied in the journey.
The “Wimpy Kid” books are amusing too and help us forget our worries. They are also a good travel companion. These books are DIARY of d Wimpy Kid CABIM FEVER JEAK easy to read and hence we can finish them fast. There are also many spin-off series so there’s always something new to look forward to.
Adventure books
I would like to take many books wherever I go. But if I have to choose only two, it would be “Middle School: From Hero to Zero” by James Patterson and the second, “Percy Jackson and the Greek Heroes”. I like the “Middle School” series a lot. I started reading the Middle School” series only a few weeks ago but I can’t stop reading it! The story is practical and is about Rafe, who he tries get through middle school without any fuss, but unfortunately, he keeps getting into lot of trouble. Unlike the “Middle School” series, “Percy Jackson and the Greek Heroes” book is a fantasy in which Percy narrates the adventures of 12 Greek heroes. The characters that feature in the story are Perseus , Phaethon, Otrera , Theseus and many more! This is why I would like to take these two books wherever I go.
Promoting mental strength
The two books are “The Bhagavad Gita” and “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” by Joseph Murphy. “T Bhagavad Gita” by Ved Vyas encompasses the values of universal truth; contains the conversation between Arjuna and his charioteer Lord Krishna, and conveys life lessons. The book is also motivating. It contains 18 chapters so I can read it while travelling. As the name suggests, the second book “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” reveals the immense power of our subconscious mind. This book is an ultimate guide to unlocking limitless potentials that lie within us and tells us that the capacity that our subconscious mind possess is greater than the than that of our conscious mind. Both the books keep me engrossed while travelling.
Books that help me escape
Books transport the readers into a fantasy world, which we would love to be in. The House of Hades” from the Heroes of Olympus series. and The Half-Blood Prince” from the Harry Potter” series are two books I take with me while traveling. These books are filled with so much emotion that they can make me laugh and cry at the same time. These books transport me to a different world and I become engrossed in the story. The House Of Hades” is a book filled with the difficulties faced by the characters and also portrays the love Percy and Annabeth have for each other. The Half-Blood Prince” shows us the Dark Lord’s past: the journey to find the Horcrux which turns out to be fake: the death of Dumbledore, Hamry’s grief and how Draco is forced to do something he doesn’t want to. These books can teach you values which can change your perspective on life. When you read a book, you are not reading words, you smile when the characters smile cry with them you feel anger guilt and pain. You feel compassion and happiness Reading books transports to a world filled with and is something which everyone should experience and cherish. In the words of Ernest Hemingway, “There is no friend as loyal as a book”.
Dumas and Christie
No matter when or where I travel, be it to the hills or to the beach, I never leave home without my books. Two books are always packed to be read and re-read for the duration I’m away, and these would be “The Count of Monte Cristo” by Alexandre Dumas and “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie.
These two books, easily my favorite works of literature, can be pored over for hours, no matter what the occasion or destination. If there is ever a shortage of packing space, the above two works are always given first preference.
The eerie narration style of both the stories, combined with the mind-blowing sub-plots and eccentric characters, is something that never induces boredom, despite being read a dozen times. There is always a spot reserved for these books in my travel kit.
Women power
Books create a lasting impression on me. Two books I take with me whenever I travel are “Women Warriors Who Ruled India” and “The Three Musketeers. These are some of my favorite books. The first book is about different women leaders such as Tarabai , Rani Lakshmibai, Nur Jahan, Chand Bibi, and Rani Durgavati. These women were known for their bravery and ruled their kingdom so well that everyone was happy. I like reading books on famous personalities, who have impacted our lives
Science and mythology
The two books which I want to take with me wherever I travel are “The Bhagavad Gita” and “Ignited Minds” by A.PJ Abdul Kalam. Both these books are great. “The Gita” is the main sacred text of the Hindus and also describes the real purpose of life. It helps me to channel my mind to the right direction. The “Ignited Minds” also helps me purify my mind and see things in a different way. That is why these are my favorite books and I take them wherever I travel.
Travel with them…
The two books I would take along while travelling are my own diary and any short story book. I would like to take my diary along so that I can pour my heart out and write details of the beautiful place I visit in its secret pages. I often think that my diary is my dearest friend. Reading short stories while travelling makes the journey really fun. These stories are shortly written but hold a lot of meaning. I simply can’t stop reading them. Having a diary, who is like a friend, and a short story book to keep me engaged will make my journey much more fun.
Travel companions
I love travelling and reading books Whenever I travel, ) take two books with me “Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift and Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. In “Gulliver’s Travels, a man who encounters a terrible ship mishap finds himself in a fictional island town called Liliput. The island inhabited by humans, who are just six inches high. Somehow, he is able to return to his home in England where he recovers from the unusual experiences and then sets out again on a new voyage. Another book is “Robinson Crusoe”, which is about a young and impulsive Englishman who defies his parents’ wishes and takes to the seas seeking adventure. The young Robinson Crusoe is ship-wrecked and cast away on a remote tropical island for 28 years. I love reading these books whenever I travel as the characters have also travelled and experienced so many adventures, I also love adventures and when I read such books, I think that maybe someday I can also meet people who are six-inch-high and stay with them for 28 years waiting for the sight of a ship.
On the spiritual route
Travelling, is the one thing that I enjoy a lot. Besides packing clothes and food, I never forget to grab two books along with me – “The Sai Satcharitra and a notepad. The Sai Satcharitra” is the life story of Sai Baba, a saint Shirdi. It contains awe-inspiring experiences of his devotees and highlights his greatness. The habit of carrying it along begun when I was infected with COVID. Although I recovered from it, I was terribly afraid of sleeping all alone during quarantine. So, I would clutch this book and sleep. It consoled me and made me feel secure. The second book would be a notepad, which always remains tucked in my pocket. Since forgetfulness seems to be my best friend, I note down everything in my notepad. Things to be packed are also listed in it. Also, I would record the day’s events in it and compile it into a travelogue. A unique joy arises in me when I recollect and preserve my experiences in script.
Bond and Murty
The two books that I take with me whenever I travel are “How To Be a Writer by Ruskin Bond and “The Magic of The Lost Temple” by Sudha Murty. I take the Bond’s book with me because its inspiring and motivating to me. It includes the author’s personal writing experiences, funny moments, and advice. My ambition is to become a writer so I take this book whenever I travel and read it as and when I get time. “The Magic of The Lost Temple makes me feel adventurous and thrilled when I read it. It taught me a lot about the fun of exploring and the happiness in finding treasure. I have read many other books by Bond and Murty books, but these two books will always remain special for me.
Wimpy Kid and Harry Potter
Travelling can sometimes be long and boring and because of that I have inculcated the habit of carrying books on my journeys. Two books that I always carry with me are “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” and “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”. The first book is a simple story, which is filled with humour. It is easier to read. The second book is a perfect combination of adventure and mystery. Together, these books make my travelling a lot easier and certainly save me from boredom.
“The Elephant Thief and” “The Dork Diaries”
I have always enjoyed reading while travelling, it encourages son to read more books, it’s better than spending time on gadgets I enjoyed reading these two books while travelling. The Elephant Thief by Jane Kerr and The Dork Diaries-Puppy Love written and illustrated by Rachel Renee Russell. The Elephant Thief is an amazing book. There’s something profound about the wonderful elephant and Kerr captures it perfectly in her totally gripping adventure. Although at first it seems like the story of a stolen treasure and an impossible journey, at its heart lies an unlikely and touching friendship between a boy and an elephant. You will experience different emotions ranging from tears of rage to wonder and joy as this classic tale, of hope, transports you to another time.
My second book, The Dork Diaries- Puppy Love, a children’s series, written in a diary format uses drawings and comic strips to chronicle the daily life of 14-year-old protagonist Nikki Maxwell. I like this book the best among all the others in the series. It is absolutely hilarious, the main character (Nikki) is really funny, she’s just so dramatic. The book is about a dog and seven puppies, who need a home. As the animal shelter is full, Nikki and her friends need to look after until the puppies till they find homes, I would recommend this to people who like puppies; it is filled with lots of fun and cute moments.
Fantasy worlds
When I go on a long, long journey, I take Through the Looking Glass” by Lewis Carroll, and “Five Go to the Smuggler’s Top” from the “Famous Five” series by Enid Blyton with me. Through the Looking Glass” is an epic, unforgettable journey of Alice in the wonderful world of the Looking Glass. I’m sure all the eccentric characters such as the Sheep lady, Humpty Dumpty, the lion and the unicorn, and their funny little encounters with Alice will fill my journey with laughter and joy, and make my journey a memorable one. When I’m bored, I’ll think of myself in Alice’s shoes, getting confused with all the mixed-up talk with madmen and mad women on her journey across the chessboard as a pawn. Then, I’ll think of myself as Julian, who heads the Five whenever challenges come. If I were Julian, life would be great. I would always try to solve problems and tied up by criminals. I’ll also think about how I would have led my team skillfully and escaped the tough situations. With me reading these two books and imagining myself as Alice and Julian when I’m bored, the journey will become a moment to cherish.
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