Pharaohs

Allen Drury

Set in ancient Egypt, this sweeping historical novel follows Pharaoh Akhenaten IV as he challenges centuries of tradition to establish a radical new faith centered on the sun god Aten. His religious revolution unsettles the powerful priesthood, the royal court, and the foundations of Egyptian society, drawing allies and enemies into a struggle over belief, authority, and the future of the kingdom. Rich in political intrigue and cultural detail, the novel explores the personal and public costs of transforming an ancient civilization.