For many years, I have been putting together a story that reflected my fascination with the natural world, science and human progress.
It incorporates astronomy, prehistoric civilizations, geology and climatology. It has art, illustrations, maps and diagrams. It involves indigenous peoples, conservation and the environment. But at its heart, it is simply an adventure tale.
Told from the viewpoint of 15 year old Duncan Beckett, it is part graphic novel, part travel journal, part illustrated story and part guidebook.
The book is designed to ignite the curiosity of any young (at heart) person – to reconnect with the outside world and feel the excitement of new discoveries.
Launched on Kickstarter in 2022 it was successfully funded and brought to life.
Thank you and remember – Never stop exploring.
”"It is a great adventure and a fun and informative read. You packed so much detail and scientific knowledge into each scene. I learned a lot and enjoyed it the entire time! Part Indiana Jones, part Tintin, part Richard Attenborough … but all mixed together in a genuine, entertaining but thought-provoking tale. I thought it was great."
Hans Sholley, US Navy Pilot and Explorer
The Storyline
In the arid plains of North Africa, a secret lurks. One that could unearth a long lost civilization buried millennia ago in the sand. After Duncan Beckett picks up a few stone tiles engraved with strange shapes in an Algerian market, he’s thrust deep into the heart of a mystery 14,500 years in the making. Stranger yet is the stone’s origin, which coincides with a climatic shift at the end of an ancient ice age in Greenland.
Soon afterwards, Duncan and his father set out on an adventure that will take them from the Arctic’s frozen ice fields to the sands of the Sahara. It turns out that there is even more to this lost civilization than they thought and there are those out there who would do anything to exploit it for their own unscrupulous gains.
”"I loved it! The artwork, the story, and the mixture of science and history were refreshing and engaging. The postal and lino print stamps, stickers and various quotes and sayings scattered about made it feel much more like a journal. And oddly very nostalgic - like something from my childhood infused with recent memory. I look forward to your next work!"
Charles Wallace, Educator
Register your interest
So if you are interested in getting one of the limited first print run then please use the contact form below.
Yes. I am interested in a copy.