‘Sense’

Sense by Robyn Davidson is the extraordinary true story of a young woman who walks 2,700 kilometers through the Australian desert with four camels and her faithful dog.

Davidson’s journey is not only a physical challenge, but also an exploration of self and loneliness.

This book offers insight into the harsh desert environment and the resilience required to navigate it.

‘Dune’

dune by Frank Herbert is often hailed as one of the best science fiction novels of all time.

The film is set on the desert planet Arrakis and tells the story of young Paul Atreides, whose family takes control of Arrakis and its valuable spice production.

“Dune” combines adventure with questions of politics, religion and power – all in a detailed desert world.

“Heaven above the earth”

The protective sky by Paul Bowles explores themes of alienation and existential despair against the backdrop of a North African desert.

It is about an American couple who venture deeper into the Sahara Desert and find themselves fighting for survival, both physically and mentally.

Bowles captures the beauty and horror of the desert landscape while delving deep into the psyche of his characters.

‘Holes’

Holes by Louis Sachar combines adventure, mystery and historical fiction.

It depicts Stanley Yelnats IV, who was mistakenly sent to Camp Green Lake because he was digging holes in the dry lake bed every day.

The story intertwines Stanley’s current challenges, his family’s cursed past and a hidden treasure in the Texas desert.

This book is interesting for all ages and offers a unique desert adventure.