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Mythos Christos

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Pub Date Jan 26 2017 | Archive Date Mar 03 2017


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Alexandria, Egypt / AD 391 ─ When the great temple of Serapis and its library annex are destroyed by the Christian mob, the Neoplatonist philosopher Hypatia becomes concerned the Great Library might suffer the same fate. She vows to save as much of the ancient knowledge as she can, especially certain telling documents concerning the origins of Christianity. But rather than merely hiding the heretical scrolls and codices in desert caves and hoping for the best, Hypatia contrives a far more ingenious plan. She sets up an elaborate sequence of burials, each of which is governed by actual ancient linguistic and geometrical riddles which must be solved to gain access. Only one steeped in Platonic mysticism would be capable of finding and unlocking the buried secrets. 


Oxford, England / June, 2006 ─ American Rhodes scholar Lex Thomasson is sent to Alexandria to aid a mysterious Vatican group known only as “The Commission.” They require a specialist in ancient languages to solve a sequence of Greek Mystery puzzles in what soon becomes evident is Hypatia’s ancient treasure hunt. The Oxford paleographer demonstrates his unique talents by unlocking the secrets along the trail. It does not take long, however, for him to become suspicious of the Commission’s true motives, and the trail becomes a trial fraught with danger.

Discover forbidden knowledge that will challenge what you thought you knew about Christ in this suspenseful new thriller!

Alexandria, Egypt / AD 391 ─ When the great temple of Serapis and its library annex are destroyed by the Christian mob, the Neoplatonist philosopher Hypatia becomes concerned the Great Library...


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Advance Praise


      "Wow, this is how historical fiction should be!  MYTHOS CHRISTOS is an engrossing adventure that turns mythology on its head and puts history back on its feet. I've rarely had this much fun while learning so many facts about the origins of Christianity."  -- Dan Barker, FFRF co-president and author of  God: The Most Unpleasant Character in All Fiction

        "It's an engaging novel that plays on the possibilities, moving between ancient events and modern."  -- Richard Carrier, Ph.D., author of  On the Historicity of Jesus      

        "An adventure through time and myth, Herbert's tale combines modern ideas with the neo-Platonism of Hypatia of Alexandria that just might provide some insight into the origins and  powers of religion."  -- Aaron Adair, author of  The Star of Bethlehem: A Skeptical View

       "Herbert weaves the ancient philosopher's tale together with an intriguing story set in the present day. Fast-paced and incredibly well-written, this book is a must read."  -- Karen L. Garst, PhD, author of Women Beyond Belief: Discovering Life without Religion (Fall 2016) 

"I was too mesmerized by the mystery and intrigue to realize until afterward that I'd been learning important history. Brilliant!" -- Lee Burvine, author of The Kafir Project

"Wow, this is how historical fiction should be! MYTHOS CHRISTOS is an engrossing adventure that turns mythology on its head and puts history back on its feet. I've rarely had this much fun...

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About the Author:

Edwin Herbert is an avid promoter of science and skepticism, a leader in his local freethought society, and has been a regular op-ed columnist. He works as a healthcare provider in southern Wisconsin. Mythos Christos is his debut novel.

About the Author:

Edwin Herbert is an avid promoter of science and skepticism, a leader in his local freethought society, and has been a regular op-ed columnist. He works as a healthcare provider...


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EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9781483583037
PRICE $19.95 (USD)
PAGES 496

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