First published 1970
Adventurer Thor Heyerdahl defies convention, building an ancient Egyptian reed boat to sail across the Atlantic. With a motley crew, he embarks on a perilous journey, facing fierce storms and daunting equipment failures. But Heyerdahl is driven by a quest to prove his radical theory: that ancient Egyptians could have voyaged to the Americas. As their fragile craft is battered by waves, the men must rely on their wits and ancient skills to survive. In the end, Heyerdahl's audacious expedition not only challenges accepted history, but also tests the limits of human endurance.
Genres: science, historical-fiction, adventure, non-fiction
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, quest
Setting: Atlantic Ocean, Egypt
Period: 20th Century
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