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In ‘The Pyramid,’ Ismail Kadare takes readers to an ancient Egyptian kingdom where a ruler wishing to distance himself from the monumental tradition discovers the political weight of a monument as a tool of domination. After a contentious reversal, the Pharaoh commissions a colossal pyramid that not only reshapes the landscape but also erodes the lifeblood of the nation. As the stone wall rises, neighboring powers watch and scheme, establishing a tense backdrop of regional rivalry and internal unrest. Kadare weaves political intrigue with the enduring symbol of the Great Pyramid, illuminating the paradox of glory and exploitation.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction
Authors: Ismail Kadare
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