First published 1992
Decades after his legendary Kon-Tiki voyage, Thor Heyerdahl leads a team on an ambitious expedition to retrace ancient Mesopotamian trade routes. Braving treacherous seas and uncharted lands, they must overcome political intrigue, deadly rivalries, and the unforgiving elements to unlock the secrets of a bygone era. As their journey unfolds, the explorers discover a world where myth and history intertwine, where the search for truth may cost them everything.
Genres: historical-fiction, travel, adventure
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: adventure, quest
Setting: Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean
338 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins Publishers Ltd