A psychiatrist’s search for the truth behind Sigmund Freud’s exclusion from the Nobel Prize leads to the discovery of a secret, centuries-old competition regarding the origins of Stonehenge. The protagonist, a researcher, navigates the archives of the Nobel Foundation, where he uncovers a series of letters written by historical luminaries such as Marie Curie and Rudyard Kipling. These documents reveal that Alfred Nobel established a clandestine prize for the individual who could solve the mystery of the ancient monument. The narrative unfolds through a blend of archival discovery and historical speculation, challenging the reader to distinguish between documented reality and creative invention.

This novel is characterized by its playful engagement with historical record and its ability to construct a convincing, albeit fabricated, narrative around real-world figures. The work relies on the intellectual curiosity of the reader, inviting them to participate in the game of discerning truth from fiction. By utilizing the format of an archive, the author creates a sense of scholarly legitimacy that contrasts with the absurdity of the central premise. The narrative style is noted for its dry wit and meticulous attention to the period details of the early twentieth century. Ultimately, the book serves as a meditation on the nature of historical legacy and the human desire to solve unsolvable enigmas.