In the Footsteps of Adam

by Thor Heyerdahl

First published 1998

In the footsteps of the legendary explorer Thor Heyerdahl, a modern-day adventurer sets out to recreate his daring trans-Pacific voyage. Navigating treacherous seas and braving primitive conditions, he confronts the same challenges that tested Heyerdahl's mettle decades earlier. As he retraces the historical route, he uncovers new insights into Heyerdahl's groundbreaking expedition and the mysteries that still linger. With each mile, he is drawn deeper into the legacy of the man who captivated the world with his ambitious theory of ancient ocean crossings. In the end, this modern-day explorer must decide whether to honor the past or forge his own path into the unknown.

Genres: historical-fiction, travel, adventure, biography-memoir

Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: man-vs-nature, retracing-history

Setting: Norway

240 pages · Hardcover · Warwick Publishing

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