This work investigates the historical origins and physical authenticity of the Shroud of Turin, a linen cloth bearing the image of a crucified man. Ian Wilson, a historian and researcher, utilizes a combination of historical documentation, forensic analysis, and textile study to argue that the Shroud is the genuine burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth. He traces the artifact's potential movement through history, linking it to the Mandylion of Edessa and the Knights Templar to bridge the gap between the first century and its modern discovery.

This text is widely recognized as a foundational argument for the authenticity of the Shroud, though it remains a subject of intense debate among historians and scientists. Readers frequently note the detailed historical research presented, while critics often point to the contentious nature of the scientific evidence discussed.