What if conquering space was just the beginning? American scientists were captivated by the possibility that time travel could unlock the secrets of the past, especially as they pondered the enigmatic knowledge possessed by Russian researchers. Enter Ross Murdock, a fiercely independent thinker with a knack for trouble, who finds himself entangled in a top-secret government project in the frigid Arctic. His rebellious nature transforms into an asset as he takes on the role of a merchant trader from the Beaker people during the Bronze Age. When Ross and his partner Ashe are transported back in time to the remote Baltic region housing a Russian outpost, they are thrust into a thrilling adventure filled with superstitious prehistoric tribes, cunning Russians, and the mysteries of an ancient galactic civilization that will test their courage like never before. (Summary by Gutenberg text)