Description
Step into the opulent and perilous world of ancient Egypt through the eyes of Sinuhe, a physician haunted by his unknown origins. Discovered as an infant and raised by a humble couple, Sinuhe rises through the ranks of society, his life intertwined with the fate of pharaohs and the shifting sands of empires. From the grandeur of Thebes to the intrigues of the Hittite court, his journey is one of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of understanding the human condition. Waltari masterfully weaves historical detail with profound philosophical questions, creating an epic saga of one man's search for meaning amidst the twilight of Egypt's golden age.
Available Editions
paperback
Berkley Pub Group (Mm)
Published Jan 1, 1978
576 pages
ISBN: 9780425037218
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Details
First Published
1949
Language
eng
Translation
From: fin
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