Harvard Yard

In William Martin's gripping tale, Peter Fallon, an antiquarian, uncovers clues suggesting that a priceless, undiscovered Shakespeare play is hidden within the storied walls of Harvard University. As he investigates the institution's tumultuous history—from witch trials to Civil War fires to the cultural upheaval of the 1960s—Fallon realizes that many have faced great peril in search of this manuscript. His journey reveals deep generational divides and the high stakes surrounding the quest, revealing that unearthing this literary treasure is entwined with life-and-death consequences.