First published 2009
Archaeologist Sharon Steadman embarks on a groundbreaking expedition to uncover the remnants of ancient religious practices. Navigating treacherous terrain and decaying ruins, she meticulously pieces together shards of pottery, crumbling statues, and faded inscriptions, revealing the rituals and beliefs of long-forgotten civilizations. As she delves deeper, Steadman confronts the fragility of human faith and the enduring power of the sacred, discovering that the past holds the key to understanding the spiritual needs of the present.
Genres: history, archaeology, religion, ancient, academia, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: discovery, expedition, research
352 pages · Hardcover · Routledge