A sweeping epic historical novel about Lawrence of Arabia one of the most compelling characters in British history from bestselling author Robert Ryan. 1915: While the war in Europe escalates a young intelligence officer named Thomas Edward Lawrence is in Cairo awaiting his chance for action. His superiors however have consigned him to the Map Room at GCHQ. But theres more to Lieutenant Lawrence than meets the eye. A man of immense energy he runs a network of agents across the Levant. Lawrence is convinced that an Arab revolt is the only way to remove the Ottoman presence and leave a free self-governed Arabia. Soon alarming reports reach him of trouble in Persia orchestrated by infamous German agent Wilhelm Wassmuss. Intent on taking down Wassmuss and at the same time unlocking the secret of his success Lawrence assembles a small group and travels to Persia...