Description
In this sweeping historical novel, Gore Vidal transports readers to the vibrant heart of the Axial Age through the eyes of Cyrus Spitama, a fictional Persian diplomat and grandson of Zoroaster. As age and blindness descend, Cyrus dictates his extraordinary life story, recounting his travels across vast empires to India and Cathay, and his encounters with the era's most profound thinkers. This epic narrative explores the philosophical and religious foundations of the ancient world, from the rise of monotheism to the teachings of Buddha and Confucius. Vidal masterfully weaves a tale of personal adventure with a grand exploration of the creation of our modern understanding of the world, offering a witty and insightful perspective on history's pivotal moments.
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paperback
Abacus
Published Sep 23, 1993
672 pages
ISBN: 9780349104751
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First Published
1981
Language
eng
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