Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival by Dave Canterbury

A practical classic in modern bushcraft. Canterbury teaches essential skills for living in the wild — from fire-making and shelter-building to tools and navigation — making it a perfect companion for anyone inspired by northern survival traditions.

Survive the Savage Sea by Dougal Robertson

The gripping true story of a family who survived 38 days adrift in the Pacific. More than just survival, it’s a lesson in teamwork, ingenuity, and the strength of human spirit in the face of nature’s extremes.

SAS Survival Guide:The Ultimate guide to surviving anywhere: How to Survive in the Wild, on Land or Sea (Collins Gem)

Written by a former SAS survival expert, this pocket-sized guide is one of the most trusted manuals on wilderness living. Covering everything from shelter-building and fire-making to navigation, food, and first aid, it teaches you how to survive anywhere — whether deep in the forest, high in the mountains, or out at sea. A must-have for anyone who values resilience and self-reliance.

Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger

A powerful reflection on human connection, resilience, and community. Junger explores how tribal values — unity, shared struggle, and purpose — still hold lessons for modern life in fragmented societies.

Wildwood Wisdom by Ellsworth Jaeger

First published in 1945, this classic outdoor handbook is rich in traditional know-how. From camping to canoeing and wilderness cooking, it’s a nostalgic but still practical guide to living simply and well in the outdoors.

Northern Wilderness by Ray Mears

Explorer and survivalist Ray Mears shares the lessons of living in some of the world’s harshest northern landscapes. Both a personal journey and a guide to wilderness skills, it emphasizes respect for nature and self-reliance.