First published 1925
Ancient towers rise above churning waters as legendary voyagers set sail across uncharted oceans. Saint Brendan guides his vessel through mystical waters, driven by faith and the promise of distant shores. Maelduin embarks on his own perilous journey, navigating between reality and myth. The children of Eric the Red push beyond known boundaries, their Viking blood calling them toward unexplored territories. From the lost civilization of Atlantis to the elusive Fountain of Youth, these travelers chase both earthly discoveries and spiritual revelations. The Great Admiral commands expeditions that will reshape maps and destinies. Each voyage tests the courage of those who dare to venture beyond familiar horizons. These interconnected tales weave together the universal human need to explore, to seek what lies beyond the edge of the known world, where legend and reality merge in the vast expanse of endless seas.
Genres: mythology, historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy, ancient, epic
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: epic-journey, legendary-figures, quest
Setting: Atlantis, Fountain of Youth
Period: Ancient, Medieval
188 pages · Hardcover · Macmillan Publishing Company