Theoclea The Delphic Oracle and Pythagoras in Egypt PanOrpheus 9780615502267 Books
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Set in a fictional Ancient Greece and Egypt, this book presents an 'alternate history' ca. 500 B.C. The book is filled with magic, and mystery, as Theoclea, the Oracle, Pythagoras, and others travel from the Temple of Delphi to the Pyramids and Cairo. While the others prepare to search for a rare book, Theoclea gives the speech of a lifetime, speaking from a platform between the paws of the Sphinx!
Theoclea The Delphic Oracle and Pythagoras in Egypt PanOrpheus 9780615502267 Books
PanOrpheus' book Theoclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras In Egypt is an interesting historical fiction of ancient Greece. The two main characters are: Theoclea, a fictitious oracle of Delphi (Greece) and Pythagoras, a real historical figure (philosopher and mathematician). They journey to Egypt where Pythagoras hopes to solve a mystery involving an ancient book and sacred medallions. Theoclea goes to give the last public speech of her career.I found the book a charming story of myth and spirituality. It brought me back to my days of studying Greek and Roman classics. The author injects a fine flavor of those ancient texts into his story. The descriptive titles for each chapter added to this feeling, though may have diffused any surprises coming up. PanOrpheus wove in myriad (too many?) magical, mystical, and spiritual references and characters, including the fall of Atlantis.
It would be difficult for an author to create a story that has the element of surprise when his main character is an all-knowing oracle. Still, I kept looking for some tension in the story and there really was none. Fantasy readers (who haven't read Greek classics) might find the treatment a bit like a chapter in a history book describing a couple's trip to Egypt. The dialog was a bit stilted and repetitious, mentioning people's names too often. The author's use of dashes instead of commas was difficult to get used to.
The book was long on exposition, describing what the speakers were doing and things that happened in the past and future, but didn't give a lot of dimension to the characters. Despite the problems named above, I liked T&P in E. The author was inventive and came up with the makings of a great story, but unfortunately it reads rather dry. I'd hoped to experience what a powerful oracle or philosopher from 500 B.C. felt, and what their relationship behind the tent flap might be like, but I never got much of that. Still, I was charmed, and yes, entertained.
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Theoclea The Delphic Oracle and Pythagoras in Egypt PanOrpheus 9780615502267 Books Reviews
This is a novel set in an alternate history. I've taken several Greek history classes and I studied art history in college. I enjoyed this alternate take on history. Sometimes it takes place in the past, sometimes in the present, sometimes in the middle. There's magic and a big confrontation towards the end.
I look forwards to checking out the other books in this series
PanOrpheus' alternative history from the time of Pythagoras (500 BC) brings mythical events, magic, and stirs this recipe into a truly fun read. I find this tale to be another win for this author. This book weaves an interesting tale about an imagined era of magic and philosophy. it progresses into, what was for me, a "hard to put down" read. The multitude of characters, both real and imagined swept me into the feel of ancient Greece. I highly recommend this book.
An alternative history unfolds in this well-told story that is filled with magic and fantasy. There is no lack of adventure and character development as a search begins and continues to find a rare book. My attention was held to the plot right down to the unexpected ending. Very enjoyable read.
If you love ancient history that is meticulously researched, this is the book for you. It tells the tale of Theoclea and Pythagoras who travel to Egypt; she to give a speech, he in track of a scroll/book lost in the brilliant maze of the Great Pyramid. It is obvious that the author loves this time period, and he is able to draw you into his timeline. While occasionally heavy-going, I enjoyed the book, though I am a rank novice regarding the Greek Oracle, myths, and all the famous personages of the time. Well done.
I felt as if I'd been transported back to ancient Egypt as Pythagoras and Theoclea travel to the Giza pyramids and get caught up in yet another adventure. I've traveled to this site and enjoyed thinking about what it must have felt like to get lost in the maze of Luxor Temple. In this story, Pythagoras is searching for a lost book and runs into a magician while Theoclea prepares for an important speech. Pan Orpheus combines his love of history with some first rate story telling ability. You won't be disappointed in this Delphic Oracle Series. I am enriched because of the experience.
Another alternate history by PanOrpheus, and another win. This book fits in with the rest of his works and tells an interesting story about an oracle giving a huge speech, and it really progresses into an awesome novel. I love the conglomeration of characters and magic of the story, and I easily get swept up into the action. I consider this to be well-worth the read and highly enjoyable!
If you haven't read any of his other works, then this is a great one to start with!
I have always been fascinated with ancient history and this book Theoclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras in Egypt, did not disappoint!
Theoclea a fictional Delphic Oracle and Pythagoras travel to Egypt to uncover the mystery behind an ancient book, the second volume of a book that was given to Vorios by his brother called The Key to the Crystal Power. During their journey Theoclea prepares to deliver the most important speech of her career.
This story takes you on an adventure through the Great Payramids as Pythagoras gets closer to uncovering the mystery behind this lost book!
PanOrpheus' book Theoclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras In Egypt is an interesting historical fiction of ancient Greece. The two main characters are Theoclea, a fictitious oracle of Delphi (Greece) and Pythagoras, a real historical figure (philosopher and mathematician). They journey to Egypt where Pythagoras hopes to solve a mystery involving an ancient book and sacred medallions. Theoclea goes to give the last public speech of her career.
I found the book a charming story of myth and spirituality. It brought me back to my days of studying Greek and Roman classics. The author injects a fine flavor of those ancient texts into his story. The descriptive titles for each chapter added to this feeling, though may have diffused any surprises coming up. PanOrpheus wove in myriad (too many?) magical, mystical, and spiritual references and characters, including the fall of Atlantis.
It would be difficult for an author to create a story that has the element of surprise when his main character is an all-knowing oracle. Still, I kept looking for some tension in the story and there really was none. Fantasy readers (who haven't read Greek classics) might find the treatment a bit like a chapter in a history book describing a couple's trip to Egypt. The dialog was a bit stilted and repetitious, mentioning people's names too often. The author's use of dashes instead of commas was difficult to get used to.
The book was long on exposition, describing what the speakers were doing and things that happened in the past and future, but didn't give a lot of dimension to the characters. Despite the problems named above, I liked T&P in E. The author was inventive and came up with the makings of a great story, but unfortunately it reads rather dry. I'd hoped to experience what a powerful oracle or philosopher from 500 B.C. felt, and what their relationship behind the tent flap might be like, but I never got much of that. Still, I was charmed, and yes, entertained.
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