River in the Desert: Modern Travels in Ancient Egypt

I first read Journey of the Magi, I picked the book up at the library. I was totally shocked at the content, but nonetheless hooked. So much so that I went on the Net to track down the author to see if he had written other books. At first I wondered if he was arrogant, then I saw the true scholary intelligence of the writer. This is a brilliant man. A realist. If you wish to read something educational and so funny that I actually laugh out loud, this is the writer for you. I also felt that no matter his circumstances, he truly is a good compassionate man. I first read The journey of the Magi in January, I have since gone on to read all five of his books and I am a lifer. A brilliant read.