Byzantium

Stephen R. Lawhead

Oct 2009 · Sold by Harper Collins

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Born to rule

Although born to rule, Aidan lives as a scribe in a remote Irish monastery on the far, wild edge of Christendom. Secure in work, contemplation, and dreams of the wider world, a miracle bursts into Aidan's quiet life. He is chosen to accompany a small band of monks on a quest to the farthest eastern reaches of the known world, to the fabled city of Byzantium, where they are to present a beautiful and costly hand-illuminated manuscript, the Book of Kells, to the Emperor of all Christendom.

Thus begins an expedition by sea and over land, as Aidan becomes, by turns, a warrior and a sailor, a slave and a spy, a Viking and a Saracen, and finally, a man. He sees more of the world than most men of his time, becoming an ambassador to kings and an intimate of Byzantium's fabled Golden Court. And finally this valiant Irish monk faces the greatest trial that can confront any man in any age: commanding his own Destiny.

Ratings and reviews

I am a huge fan of Mr. Lawhead, and am very greatful to the friend who introduced, and got me hooked on his work. My favorite genre is historical fiction, especially if there are bits of fantasy thrown in. After reading this book, I bought a beautiful oversized hardcover copy of " The Book of Kells". Thank you Mr. Lawhead for the abundance of research you do, and then turning it all into wonderful stories.

This work deserves far more than five stars.

Long read but worth it

About the author

Stephen R. Lawhead is an internationally acclaimed author of mythic history and imaginative fiction. His works include Byzantium and the series The Pendragon Cycle, The Celtic Crusades, and The Song of Albion. Lawhead makes his home in Austria with his wife.