The Wonderful Adventures of Phra the Phoenician

"The Wonderful Adventures of Phra the Phoenician" by Edwin Lester Arnold is a captivating historical romance where an immortal Phoenician merchant named Phra retells his many lives across a thousand years. He journeys through the ages, observing civilizations and searching for meaning. His story begins in ancient Tyre, where his adventurous spirit leads him to sail the Mediterranean for trade. Along the way, he faces danger from pirates and thrives in the bustling marketplaces of the ancient world. A pivotal moment occurs when he buys a fiery red-haired slave named Blodwen, sparking a love that will deeply affect the course of his long and winding path filled with historical settings, complicated love, and the mysteries of fate.