Climbing:
* "The Lonely Mountain" (1950): A classic account of MacInnes's first ascent of the north face of the Eiger. This book is considered a landmark in mountaineering literature.
* "The Skye Classic" (1955): A guide to rock climbing in Skye, Scotland.
* "The Climb" (1960): A collection of climbing essays and stories.
* "High and Cold" (1966): A memoir of MacInnes's life in the mountains.
Adventure:
* "The Road to the Sun" (1952): A travelogue about a journey across the Himalayas.
* "Clouds in My Coffee" (1959): A humorous account of MacInnes's experiences as a writer and mountaineer.
* "The White Mountain" (1964): A novel about a mountaineering expedition in the Alps.
MacInnes's writing is known for its vivid descriptions, personal insights, and honest reflections on the challenges and rewards of mountaineering. He was a skilled climber and a gifted writer, and his books continue to inspire and inform generations of climbers and adventurers.