Moctu and the Mammoth People: Illustrated Edition

Moctu, a young Cro-Magnon boy, must fight his rival for leadership of his tribe and the right to mate Nuri, a beautiful Neanderthal woman. He also faces confrontations with the Pale Ones, a fierce group of Neanderthals. After Jabil murders several elders, he takes over as the tribes leader and makes Moctu's life miserable. Moctu is captured and enslaved by the Pale Ones but discovers that they can make fire. He falls in love with Effie and has a child, but when he uncovers evidence of Jabil's murder, he knows he must return home and mount a challenge.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 12 November 2020
Publisher: Rare Bird Books

Moctu and the Mammoth People is a captivating and meticulously researched tale that revolves around a young, resilient, and dark-skinned Cro-Magnon boy named Moctu. He embarks on a fierce battle to secure his position as the leader of his tribe and the privilege of mating the enchanting Nuri. Furthermore, Moctu encounters conflicts with the Pale Ones, a formidable group of Neanderthals also known as the People Eaters, as their cultures intertwine in Paleolithic Italy approximately 45,000 years ago.

In addition to facing perilous encounters with mammoths, wolves, and saber-tooth tigers, Moctu must contend with his older rival, Jabil, who constantly challenges and undermines him at every turn. After Jabil orchestrates the murder of several elders who oppose him, he skillfully shifts the blame onto the Pale Ones. As a result, he seizes control as the tribe's leader and subjects Moctu to a life of misery.

During a hunting expedition, Moctu is apprehended and taken captive by the Pale Ones. During his time with them, Moctu is astounded to discover their remarkable abilities, such as the ability to create fire, despite their limited knowledge of spear-throwing and clothing-making. Through his interactions with Effie, a blond and fair-skinned woman, Moctu gradually realizes that his hatred for the Pale Ones was misguided. He falls in love with Effie and has a child with her. However, when Moctu uncovers evidence suggesting that Jabil has perpetrated the murder of his tribesmen, he knows he must return home and confront Jabil.

Meanwhile, Nuri has endured a series of emotional and physical challenges, including the onset of adulthood and being forced into a marriage with a man she despises. When Moctu returns, he faces the daunting task of overcoming Jabil. How will Nuri react to Moctu's return? The interspecies conflict may also pose a threat to Moctu and Effie's lives.

The story of Moctu and the Mammoth People is a testament to the resilience and determination of human beings in the face of adversity. It explores themes of leadership, love, prejudice, and the complexities of intercultural relationships. Through its vivid portrayal of prehistoric Italy, the book offers a unique and immersive perspective on human history.

Weight: 458g
Dimension: 136 x 209 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781644281130