The Keeper of Dreams

by Peter Shann Ford

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... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• 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

Aborigines

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

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

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.

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"

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)