From the Dust Returned

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Ray Bradbury, America's cherished storyteller, invites readers on an extraordinary journey into the heart of an Eternal Family, who have resided for centuries in a legendary house in upper Illinois. Unlike typical midwesterners, their children are wild and curious, while their elders have existed since before the Sphinx. As preparations begin for a grand homecoming to unite this remarkable family, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. In the stillness of midnight, Uncle Einar's wings can be heard, and Cecy, the most special daughter, senses the arrival of various beings—shapeshifters, telepaths, and vampires—as she navigates the consciousness of birds and bats. Yet, amid the excitement, a shadow of doom looms, as the world undergoes change and death remains a constant presence. The family includes Father, who rises from the Earth; Mother, who dreams without sleep; A Thousand Times Great Grandmére; and Grandfather, who embodies youthful wildness. Central to this tale is Timothy, the foundling son burdened with the weight of time, who must remember and share their stories while facing his own mortality. Lyrical, poignant, and chilling, this long-awaited novel by Ray Bradbury promises to be one of his most enduring works.