Aku-Aku: The Secret of Easter Island
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Main Ideas
- Exploration of the origins and culture of Easter Island's inhabitants.
- The theory of Polynesians migrating to Easter Island from the east, rather than the west as previously thought.
- Study and description of the giant stone moai statues and their role in the island's culture.
- Hypothesis that the ancient islanders possessed advanced skills in navigation and construction.
- Thor Heyerdahl's expedition to Easter Island and his attempts to solve the mysteries of the ancient civilization.
- Interaction with local residents and their legends about the island's past.
- Analysis of archaeological findings and their significance for understanding the island's history.

Date of publication: 25 October 2024
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Genre: Popular science literature