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The Seventh Scroll is a 1995 adventure novel by Wilbur Smith, part of his Egyptian series that connects ancient history with modern-day treasure hunting. The narrative follows archaeologists Royan and Nicholas as they decipher clues from a papyrus scroll written by Taita, the slave narrator from the prequel "River God," to locate the hidden tomb of Pharaoh Mamose in the Ethiopian highlands. Smith's meticulously researched novel blends archaeological discovery, political intrigue, and historical detail against the backdrop of the Ethiopian landscape, creating an immersive adventure that spans millennia of African history.
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Who wrote the adventure novel The Seventh Scroll?
The Seventh Scroll was written by the famous adventure author Wilbur Smith. It was originally published in 1995.
Is The Seventh Scroll a sequel to another Wilbur Smith book?
Yes, The Seventh Scroll is Wilbur Smith's 1995 sequel to his popular novel River God. It bridges the ancient Egyptian storyline of the first book with a modern-day setting.
What is the plot of Wilbur Smith's The Seventh Scroll?
The 1995 novel follows modern archaeologists who use a translated papyrus scroll written by the ancient slave Taita to hunt for a pharaoh's hidden tomb in Ethiopia. It alternates between the modern expedition and the ancient text.
Who is the character Taita in The Seventh Scroll?
Taita is the ancient Egyptian narrator whose papyrus scroll provides the clues for the modern archaeologists in the 1995 novel. He originally appeared as the protagonist in Wilbur Smith's preceding work, River God.
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