The book describes the journey of Thor Heyerdahl from his native Norway to the South Pacific, where he sailed across the ocean on a raft made of papyrus and bamboo, demonstrating that ancient people could have done so. The book "Великий путешественник Тур Хейердал в 25 книгах" (The Great Traveler Thor Heyerdahl in 25 Books) by Norwegian explorer and ethnographer Thor Heyerdahl tells the story of his epic journey from his native Norway to the South Pacific, where he sailed across the ocean on a raft made of papyrus and bamboo, demonstrating that ancient people could have done so. The book is divided into 25 volumes, each one focusing on a different aspect of Heyerdahl's adventure and the cultures he encountered along the way. The plot of the book revolves around Heyerdahl's desire to understand the process of technology evolution and its impact on human history. He believes that by studying the development of technology, we can gain a deeper understanding of how our world has changed over time and how it continues to evolve today. Heyerdahl sets out on his journey with a small crew and a simple raft, determined to prove that ancient people were capable of crossing oceans and settling new lands. As Heyerdahl sails across the Pacific, he encounters various cultures and learns about their unique customs, traditions, and beliefs. He discovers that many of these societies had developed complex technologies and ways of life despite having limited resources, highlighting the ingenuity and resilience of human beings.

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