The Far Arena

In Richard Ben Sapir's The Far Arena, Texan geologist Lew McCardle uncovers a remarkable find in the Arctic: a body frozen in ice. With the help of Russian researcher Semyon Petrovitch, the ancient man is revived, revealing his identity as Lucius Aurelius Eugenianus, a legendary gladiator from the time of Domitian, recounting his incredible past through translations by a Nordic nun. This captivating blend of science fiction, fantasy, and history weaves a thrilling narrative that is both poignant and thought-provoking.