Secrets of Potosi

Lost Civilizations and the Future of Bolivia

De: Donald Elton

Narrado por: Jeremiah Fletcher

In the heart of Bolivia, nestled high in the Andes, lies the ancient city of Potosí—once the wealthiest silver city in the world, now a quiet place hiding secrets that could alter the course of history. When American cardiologist Roger Jackson and his partner, Isabel, a passionate nurse born in Bolivia, set out on a routine exploration of Potosí’s historic sites, they stumble upon a discovery that defies all logic. These artifacts, with the potential to revolutionize the world, threaten to unearth dangerous secrets long buried, sparking an exciting journey of discovery.

As Roger, Isabel, and their companion Scott dig deeper into the history and significance of these artifacts, could they be remnants of an ancient, advanced civilization on Earth—or evidence of extraterrestrial contact? As the trio grapples with the implications of their discovery, they are torn between revealing their findings to the world and protecting Bolivia from the economic and political chaos that such a revelation could unleash.

“Secrets of Potosí” is a gripping blend of historical mystery, speculative science fiction, and a thought-provoking adventure that spans centuries. It weaves together themes of history, ethics, and human ambition, delving into questions about what humanity might do when faced with technologies and secrets beyond its comprehension. As they navigate a web of intrigue involving governments, scientists, and hidden powers, Roger, Isabel, and Scott are faced with a compelling choice: preserve the secrets of Potosí and protect Bolivia, or share their groundbreaking discovery with a world that may not be ready to understand it.

Perfect for fans of archaeological thrillers and speculative fiction fans, “Secrets of Potosí” invites listeners on an unforgettable journey into the unknown, exploring what happens when ancient mysteries collide with modern-day dilemmas.

©2024 Donald Robert Elton (P)2025 Donald Robert Elton

If you like history and science fiction this book is for you!

Two of my favorite genres are history and science fiction. I have never read a book that combined those two genres in such a clever way.

I had never even heard of Potosi. but the stories about Cerro Rico (the rich mountain) reminded me so much of California's Gold Rush time a few hundred years before. When I felt I was getting enough of a history lesson the author takes you on a modern-day story that turned out to have intrigue and adventure to take me on a whole nother Journey while still making the history lesson relevant. It got me thinking about how cool it would be if it was real. This book was an easy and enjoyable read and I was so pleased to find out there are two additional books by the same author that I have already purchased and downloaded. I can't wait to listen to them! another thing that I had not experienced before is the author devoted a chapter at the end to explaining everything in the story that was fact and fiction. I love it when I can learn something and be entertained all at the same time.