A remote shelf in the Arctic circle. A small TV crew is braving the harsh conditions to film the breaking off of a major ice shelf - yet another nail in the planet's eco-coffin. Then someone calls out, pointing at something up in the sky overhead. The camera pans up and they look up to see a blazing symbol clear, burning high over the bleak, deserted terrain.
Thus begins a series of strange events worldwide as the mysterious sign appears over the sites of conflict, natural disasters and terrorist atrocities. What can it portend? The world is wracked with both fear and hope.
Suddenly, all this is focused onto one man. An obscure monk who recognises the symbol from the past and understands what it means for the future of humanity. But as he becomes the most sought-after man on the planet, the questions have to be asked: could this be the real deal? Or the most elaborate fake in world history? And - either way - what happens to the world now?
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Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Abnutzung / Risse - leicht; Gebrochener Buchrucken / Seiten oder Softcover umgeknickt; Vergilbt / ausgeblichen. In this cutting-edge thriller, the bestselling author explores the intersection of science, religion, and history. Following his successful novels, the story begins with a scientific expedition in Antarctica that captures a live news feed. As a CNN journalist reports, a massive sphere of light appears in the sky, enveloping the ship in luminous white light before vanishing, shocking a global audience. Meanwhile, in a bar in Egypt, a group of men is captivated by the same glowing symbol on television, leading one to panic and mutter, "It can't be." This event ignites a worldwide controversy: Has God revealed himself, or is there something more sinister at play? The author discusses the inspiration behind the narrative, which arose from feelings about global turmoil and the manipulation of faith. The story unfolds over a few intense days, focusing on a contemporary "what if" scenario, devoid of past-and-present storylines. It tackles themes of intolerance and the potential for a unifying global faith, questioning whether humanity would embrace a new belief system if it emerged. The novel delves into the power dynamics that arise from such revelations and the potential for abuse, all while maintaining a thrilling pace and exploring profound questions about belief, life, and death. The author emphasizes the importance of central themes in his work, ensuring that the story resonates beyond mere entertainment. Artikel-Nr. 3ffb6a06-457d-43e0-b1c7-63426901b028
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