In 'The Meaning of Travel: Philosophers' Journeys,' Emily Thomas embarks on a captivating exploration of how travel has shaped philosophical thought throughout history. From ancient Greek peripatetics to Enlightenment grand tourists and modern-day explorers, Thomas meticulously unpacks the profound intellectual and existential transformations spurred by journeys. She delves into questions of identity, belonging, knowledge acquisition, and the very nature of human existence as viewed through the lens of movement and displacement. This insightful book invites readers to reconsider their own experiences of travel, revealing its enduring power to broaden horizons and deepen understanding of the self and the world.