"The Grave Tattoo" or "Drawing on the grave" is an exciting novel by the popular British writer Walter Scott. The main character, amateur archaeologist Margaret Hunter, accidentally stumbles upon a mysterious image on a grave, which she believes to be a reference to a lost painting masterpiece. Her search brings her into the center of historical and artistic mysteries related to the legend of Byron and the mysterious disappearance of Dent. Going in search of the truth, Margaret turns out to be the owner of a prehistoric treasure, the evidence of which is a historical error thrown into the dark. Through the prism of knowledge about archaeology, literature and human psychology, the heroine reveals the secrets of the past, which concern not only personal fate, but also universal human values and eternal problems. The fascinating atmosphere of mysteries and discoveries, the sophisticated writing style and the revelation of characters' images make this book fascinating for all fans of historical novels and mysteries, which will be transported to a time and space where real art and spiritual value live.