Tim Powers
1997-01-01
Now celebrating 40 years in print—take a dazzling journey through time with Tim Power’s classic, Philip K. Dick Award-winning tale...
“There have been other novels in the genre about time travel, but none with The Anubis Gates’ unique slant on the material, nor its bottomless well of inventiveness. It’s literally in a class by itself, a model for others to follow, and it's easy to see how it put Powers on the map.”—SF Reviews
Brendan Doyle, a specialist in the work of the early-nineteenth century poet William Ashbless, reluctantly accepts an invitation from a millionaire to act as a guide to time-travelling tourists. But while attending a lecture given by Samuel Taylor Coleridge in 1810, he becomes marooned in Regency London, where dark and dangerous forces know about the gates in time.
Caught up in the intrigue between rival bands of beggars, pursued by Egyptian sorcerers, and befriended by Coleridge, Doyle somehow survives and learns more about the mysterious Ashbless than he could ever have imagined possible...
A wild ride through time and Victorian England, The Anubis Gates offers a riveting blend of history and speculative fiction. Tim Powers' narrative dexterity is on full display, crafting a story that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually evocative. The rich tapestry of Egyptian mythology woven into the plot elevates the reader's journey, making this a standout piece in the alternate history genre. The immersive world-building and intricate plot mechanics are a testament to Powers' ability to transcend conventional storytelling, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the interplay between past and future.
