Clan of the Cave Bear (novel)

*The Clan of the Cave Bear* is a historical novel by Jean M. Auel set during the Ice Age, around 30,000 years ago. It follows Ayla, a young Cro-Magnon girl orphaned in a brutal world, who is adopted by a Neanderthal clan. The story explores themes of survival, cultural differences, and human evolution as Ayla navigates her unfamiliar society, learns their ways, and seeks her place. Through rich detail and character development, the novel offers insight into prehistoric life, blending anthropology with a gripping personal journey.