The Keeper of Dreams
In the Australian desert, a sacred stone that contains codes and carvings of the Abortigines' most powerful creation stories is stolen. The Aborigine elders know that if the stone is not returned and the theft not punished, their people will die. Thus the search begins for a ritual assassin who can hunt down and kill the thieves. Chosen is Dr. Robert Erhard, a full-blooded Aborigine adopted as a baby by a white couple, who now works as a scientist in Houston. But even in the midst of this civilised world, Robert is haunted by visions and dreams that call him back to his homeland on a mission to avenge his tribe's most holy spirit. Keeper of Dreams is a fascinating novel that blends gripping fiction with the legends and myths of an ancient culture.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0684872196
ISBN13:9780684872193
Release Date:September 2000
Publisher:Simon & Schuster
Length:304 Pages
Weight:1.25 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.5" x 9.5"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Aborigines
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
I found the information about the Aborigine's and Australia educational and very interesting. I particularly like the author's descriptions of characters and land and the plot. I look forward to more non-fiction from Ford.
Sensational - combines best of Asimov and Tielhard de Chardin
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This is a brilliant novel. It has a daring premise and vivid descriptions from secret rituals in the mysterious red desert of central Australia to the real science and dazzling technology of NASA's next great mission to Mars. This is an adventure that races from the bleeding edge of high technology to our most profound primal origins. The insights into Aboriginal tribal life and beliefs are stunning and the ending is a cliffhanging, nail-gnawing climax to a very thoughtful thriller. Stock up on rations and buckle in for a fabulous read.
first time out, a masterpiece
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
The theft of a precious artifact results in a thrilling dual between the Australian Auborigines who owned it and the highroller who stole it to add to his collection. Beautiful descriptions bring the Australian outback and Ayers Rock dramatically to life. spellbinding! Based on authentic aboriginal belifs and practices. Read it. You won't be dissapointed
Stunning imagery, resonant characters, compelling storyline.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This tale simply draws one into the world of the Outback. I've read several fictional accounts of life among the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, but this one is truly beautiful. I read it in an afternoon; I simply was entranced with the lush prose and depth of character portrayed. I look forward to the next novel from this author!
High praise and two thumbs up for "The Keeper of Dreams"
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This story is a real page turner, I couldn't put it down (very sticky binding). I really enjoyed Fords writing style, the way he developes his charecters and his attention to detail. I highly recomend this book to anyone who likes what I like.... (A good book)
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