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Workers in Alexandria are excavating for a new building when they discover the ruins of an old tomb, and all work crashes to a halt. According to federal law in Egypt, all discoveries must be properly catalogued by archeologists and this tomb has unusual relics and representations, apparently contemporary with Alexander the Great. Daniel Knox's first love is history and archeology, specifically on Alexander the Great. When he pisses off a local mobster on the coast of Egypt, he heads to Alexandria to an archaeology colleague's apartment to hide out for a while. He learns his friend is getting to participate on the dig for this newly discovered tomb. Sneaking in with his friend, Daniel sees signs that the find is far bigger than anyone realizes and might hold clues to finally unravelling one of the world's greatest mysteries: Where is Alexander the Great buried? In his lifetime, Alexander was beloved as a god, and across the Mediterranean, everyone wanted to be close to him. Upon his death, there was a mad scrabbling among his former allies to secure his empire for themselves. Even now, nearly 2500 years later, Alexander is still being fought over. With the discovery of this tomb and the revelation of its relics, the race is on to find Alexander. Rival archeologists, Egyptian officials, and Macedonian nationalists all scurry and scramble, attacking each other along the way as they hunt for a glorious prize--the body of Alexander the Great.
The discovery of an ancient tomb in Alexandria triggers a high-stakes international race to locate the final resting place of Alexander the Great. Daniel Knox, an archaeologist with a deep obsession for the Macedonian conqueror, finds himself thrust into the center of this hunt after stumbling upon evidence that the tomb holds secrets far more significant than initial reports suggest. As he navigates the dangerous intersection of local criminal interests, academic rivalry, and nationalist fervor, Knox must decipher cryptic clues before his adversaries secure the prize. The narrative unfolds through a fast-paced, third-person perspective that emphasizes the physical hazards of excavation sites and the complex geopolitical tensions surrounding historical artifacts.
The premise suggests a narrative that prioritizes kinetic pacing and the classic tropes of the archaeological thriller genre. The story leans into the enduring fascination with the mystery of Alexander the Great's tomb, using it as a catalyst for a globe-trotting adventure. Readers who enjoy stories centered on historical puzzles and the dangers of field research will likely find the focus on Egyptian settings and academic intrigue compelling. The structure points to a plot-driven experience where the tension escalates alongside the discovery of new, potentially world-altering artifacts.
Page Count:
517
Publication Date:
2007-11-05
Publisher:
HarperCollins
ISBN-10:
0007250878
ISBN-13:
9780007250875
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