Finding Atlantis: A True Story of Genius, Madness, and an Extraordinary Quest for a Lost World by David King is a captivating biography of Olof Rudbeck, a 17th-century Swedish polymath who believed he had discovered the lost city of Atlantis in Scandinavia. Rudbeck, a brilliant but eccentric scholar, spent decades researching and writing about his theory, publishing a massive 2,500-page tome titled “Atlantica.”

King’s book delves into Rudbeck’s fascinating life and obsessive quest to prove his theory. It explores his extensive research, which included studying ancient texts, deciphering cryptic symbols, and conducting archaeological excavations. Rudbeck’s work was both groundbreaking and controversial, and his ideas continue to intrigue and inspire scholars today.

Finding Atlantis is a thrilling adventure story that blends history, science, and mythology. It is a tale of genius, madness, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. King’s vivid storytelling brings Rudbeck’s extraordinary journey to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in history, science, or the human quest for understanding.

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ISBN: 1-4000-4752-8