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River God (Paperback)

by Wilbur Smith (Author)
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  • Paperback: 672 pages
  • Publisher: Pan Books; New edition edition (6 April 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0330449931
  • ISBN-13: 978-0330449939
  • Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 13 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (73 customer reviews)
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Ancient Egypt is the land of the Pharaohs, a kingdom built on gold as well as a legend shattered by greed. Now, the Valley of the Kings lies ravaged by war, drained of its lifeblood as weak men inherit the cherished crown. In the city of Thebes at the Festival of Osiris, loyal subjects of the Pharaoh gather to pay homage to their leader. But Taita - a wise and formidably gifted eunuch slave, sees him only as a symbol of a kingdom's fading glory. Beside Taita stand his proteges, Lostris, daughter of Lord Intef, beautiful beyond her fourteen years; and Tanus, proud, young army officer, who has vowed to avenge the death - at Intef's hand - of his father, and seize Lostris as his prize. Together they share a dream - to restore the majesty of the Pharaoh of Pharaohs on the glittering banks of the Nile.

About the Author
Wilbur Smith was born in Central Africa in 1933. He was educated at Michaelhouse and Rhodes University. He became a full-time writer in 1964 after the successful publication of WHEN THE LION FEEDS, and has since written over thirty novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His books are now translated into twenty-six languages.

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the eminent storyteller's masterpieces, 19 April 2001
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I've read many of Wilbur Smith books and I classify River God as the second best after 'The Sunbird'. Everything mixes perfectly in this book and Smith tells us the epic story of a great ancient nation who at a point lose everything and they have to fight for their lost glory. I think that what is unique in this book, comparing to other Smith's books, is that the main hero is not one of the superman-like guys but rather a castrated slave, Taita. Someone who uses his intelligence much more than he uses his muscles. It is through his eyes that we see all the story evolving, since as a slave he has a duty to be a historian in ancient Egypt, but he also plays an active role in influencing the policy of the Pharaoh. Further, the love story between Taita, the Queen, Pharaoh and the warrior Tanus is of unparallel beauty. As for the blood and violence, yes- you guessed rightly- they are as ever present in this Smith book. However, I believe that violence in River God is not exaggerated (as it happens in some of Smith's other books) but rather is well integrated with the other ingredients of the story (e.g. romance, description of daily life in ancient Egypt etc.).Further, since the action of this book doesn't take place in South Africa the readers won't have to question themselves of whether Smith is in favor of Victorian imperialistic ideas. For those reasons I believe that River God can be appealing not only to committed fans of W. Smith but to a more general audience who likes reading this type of literature. In the future this will be one of Smith's books that people will refer back to and it won't be forgotten.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars simply the best, 29 Jul 2005
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I don't think there are any words that can really describe how great this book is. It is my personal favourite out of any book i have ever read. I was only 13 when i first read this, a lot of my friends thought me a bit odd for being so excited about a book. I had tried reading other W Smith books before this one but found i couldn't get into the story, but i picked this one up and instantly i was captured. Like all good books you can never put it down the descriptions he has used in it are amazing, it really is like an emotional roller-coaster when you read this. You will laugh, you will cry, it will make you feel like you are really there living through Taita. Brilliant book.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars RIVER GOD, 19 Nov 2006
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Having read over the years all of Wilber Smith's books I can say that River God is probably the best. It pulls you into the world of the ancient egyptians like nothing else i've known, its riviting, fasinating and entertaining. Once you have read River God you have to read Warlock which continues the story. The Seven Scrolls then brings you to the present day and the search for the pharoh's tomb. All three books I can read over and over again, when I loan them out I usually end up buying them again, you can't put them down. Just wish Wilbur Smith would write the final part of Taita's life story - I want to know who he hands over the reins to. !!!!!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars An Ancient Egyptian 'War and Peace'
Oh boy, this is a long book, like the river that flows through it, a very long and winding story which follows some of its characters virtually throughtout their lives. Read more
Published 1 day ago by charwell

5.0 out of 5 stars This books is very enteratining and you will not be able to put it down
A friend suggested I read Wilbur Smith's Egypt trylogy and I am now on his third book with the fourth ready to start.. Read more
Published 1 month ago by G. Dainton-smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Epic!
All I will say is that I was hooked. One of my all time favourite books. There are many reviews on here that already outline the qualities of the story, so I don't feel I need to... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr Ledger

5.0 out of 5 stars thats when it all started in Egypt
This is my first book by WS, what a story teller and great in details of Egyptian way of life, creation of arts, inventor of weapons and battle tactics, believer of its true god,... Read more
Published 4 months ago by SKYW4LKER

5.0 out of 5 stars River god,Brilliant
Someone lent me this book to read because they liked it,it was the start of a long long reading experience, I just couldn't put it down and I ended up reading the whole... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Steve

5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourite books of all time
A cleverly written book that will make you think you're reading fact not fiction. The real life settings supported by the obvious extensive research that the author has... Read more
Published 10 months ago by P. Lymn

5.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling
I returned from a Nile Cruise captivated by the history of Egypt and someone leant me a copy of The Quest. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. Richard L. Bell

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book, EVER.
I love this book to distraction! This book has taught me so much about life in Ancient Egypt, love, war and people in general. Read more
Published 14 months ago by S. Evans

5.0 out of 5 stars In a league of its own
My words here won't do this book justice! The story is told by Egyptian slave, Taita. He tells the turbulent story of his mistress, Lostris, and her lover, Tanus. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Nicola

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant...
Wilbur Smith's Egyptian series is absolutely fantastic, beginning with River God and following with The Seventh Scroll, Warlock and The Quest. Read more
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