Mark Adams is an American author and journalist known for his adventurous travel narratives that blend history, humor, and personal exploration. His bestselling book "Turn Right at Machu Picchu" chronicles his journey retracing explorer Hiram Bingham's route to the legendary Incan citadel, combining historical investigation with self-deprecating humor about his own outdoor inadequacies. In "Tip of the Iceberg," Adams follows in the footsteps of nature writer John Muir through Alaska. A former editor at GQ magazine, Adams brings a witty, accessible style to historical travel writing, making archaeological and geographical adventures engaging for mainstream readers.