The Book of Science and Antiquities

by Thomas Keneally

First published 2019

In the Australian outback, an archaeologist unearths a mysterious ancient skeleton, sparking a quest to uncover its origins. As he delves into the artifact's history, he discovers connections to a long-lost civilization and the timeless human experience. Weaving together past and present, the story illuminates how the relics of our ancestors can reveal profound insights about our shared humanity.

Genres: mystery, archaeology, anthropology

Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: mystery-investigation, past-and-present

Setting: Australia, Australian Outback

Period: Ancient

336 pages · Hardcover · Sceptre

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