First published 1989
Renowned explorer Thor Heyerdahl embarks on a daring expedition to Easter Island, determined to uncover the truth behind its iconic moai statues. Braving treacherous seas and unforgiving terrain, Heyerdahl and his team race against time to piece together the island's mysterious past, confronting challenges that test their limits. As they delve deeper into the island's archaeological wonders, a gripping tale of discovery, cultural preservation, and the human drive to understand our shared history unfolds.
Genres: history, 20th-century, adventure, archaeology
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: man-vs-nature, race-against-time
Setting: Easter Island
Period: 20th-century
255 pages · Hardcover · Random House