The Seventh Scroll: The novel follows Nicholas Quenton-Harper, an English archaeologist who discovers a series of ancient scrolls written by the slave and royal scribe Taita.

Year: 1995
ISBN: 9780333583210
Format: Paperback
Pages: 486

Historical Fiction Adventure Historical Adventure Ancient Egypt Archaeology Treasure Hunt Lost Tomb Pharaohs Egyptian History Ancient Civilizations Mystery Exploration Africa Desert Adventure Nile River Ethiopian Highlands Ancient Scrolls Archaeological Discovery Historical Mystery Epic Adventure Action Adventure Ancient Secrets Hidden Treasure Archaeological Thriller Taita Character Egyptian Tombs Historical Saga Adventure Fiction Historical Thriller African Adventure

About this book

The Seventh Scroll is a thrilling historical adventure novel by Wilbur Smith, first published in 1995. The story blends ancient history, archaeology, mystery, and modern-day adventure.

The novel follows Nicholas Quenton-Harper, an English archaeologist who discovers a series of ancient scrolls written by the slave and royal scribe Taita. These scrolls contain clues to the long-lost tomb of Pharaoh Mamose, believed to hold immense treasure and historical secrets from ancient Egypt.

Nicholas and his wife Royan Al Simma embark on a dangerous expedition across Egypt and Ethiopia, following the trail left by Taita thousands of years earlier. But they are not alone. A ruthless and powerful collector, Duraid Al Simma, is determined to find the tomb first and claim its treasures for himself.

As the clues lead them deeper into the deserts and mountains of Africa, Nicholas and Royan face treacherous terrain, deadly traps, and relentless enemies in a race against time to uncover one of history’s greatest secrets.

🌍 Themes in the Book

Ancient Egyptian history and archaeology
Lost treasures and hidden tombs
Adventure and exploration across Africa
Greed, betrayal, and obsession with power
The enduring mystery of ancient civilizations

⭐ Why Readers Enjoy It

The Seventh Scroll is loved by fans of Wilbur Smith for its fast-paced plot, rich historical detail, and exciting treasure-hunt storyline. The novel combines ancient legends with modern adventure, making it a compelling read for anyone who enjoys epic historical thrillers.