Museum of Lost Things

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by Sam Kean · 2026

A narrative nonfiction book exploring the world’s lost treasures, legendary cities, and mythical creatures that vanished from history. Spanning roughly a million years, it examines how loss has shaped human history and memory.

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Science Friday
History advances by losing knowledge, then finding it again
The episode challenges the idea of steady progress by showing how fragile discoveries can be—and how easily their significance disappears.
Sep 15, 2026 · 14 min

1 episode featuring Museum of Lost Things

History advances by losing knowledge, then finding it again