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Informationen zum Autor Wilbur Smith was born in Central Africa in 1933. He became a full-time writer in 1964 after the successful publication of When the Lion Feeds , and has since written over thirty novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His books are now translated into twenty-six languages. For all the latest information on Wilbur visit his website: www.wilbursmithbooks.com To learn about the Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation visit: www.wilbur-niso-smithfoundation.org Klappentext The worldwide number one bestseller Wilbur Smith returns to Ancient Egypt in a captivating new novel that will transport you to extraordinary times. EGYPT IS UNDER ATTACK Pharaoh Tamose lies mortally wounded. The ancient city of Luxor is surrounded. All seems lost. Taita prepares for the enemy’s final, fatal push. The ex-slave, now general of Tamose’s armies, is never more ingenious than when all hope is dashed. And this is Egypt’s most desperate hour. With the timely arrival of an old ally, the tide is turned and the Egyptian army feasts upon its retreating foe. But upon his victorious return to Luxor, Taita is seized and branded a traitor. Tamose is dead and a poisonous new era has begun. The new Pharaoh has risen. From the glittering temples of Luxor to the citadel of -Sparta, Pharaoh is an intense and powerful novel magnificently transporting you to a time of threat, blood, and glory. Master storyteller Wilbur Smith is at the very peak of his powers. Zusammenfassung An epic historical adventure set in Ancient Egypt from the New York Times bestselling legend Stephen King has called the "best historical novelist." One of the world’s bestselling authors! Wilbur Smith returns to Ancient Egypt in a breathtaking epic that conjures the magic! mystery! romance! and bloody intrigue of a fascinating lost world. Taita! the Pharaoh’s advisor and hero of Desert God and River God! once again finds himself caught up in a whirlpool of ruthless intrigue that threatens the very foundations of the beloved empire he has pledged his life to protect. Plunged into dangerous and deadly waters more treacherous than the Nile! he must use his intelligence! alchemy! and cunning to protect his Pharaoh and keep safe all he loves. Filled with danger! passion! and a thrilling battle for power! Pharaoh will leave fans of George R. R. Martin! Bernard Cornwell! and Dan Brown rejoicing. ...
