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.

Reviews

"Best historical novelist: I say Wilbur Smith."--Stephen King"Action is Smith's game, and he is a master.""--The Washington Post Book World"

“Best historical novelist: I say Wilbur Smith.”—Stephen King“Action is Smith’s game, and he is a master.”"—The Washington Post Book World"