""The Departure of the Eagles"" is a historical fiction novel written by J.S.M. Ward, set in the year 458 A.D. The story follows the journey of a young man named Lucius, who is initiated into the mysterious and secretive cult of Mithra. Lucius is chosen to embark on a dangerous mission to retrieve a sacred artifact that has been stolen from the cult's temple. As Lucius sets out on his journey, he encounters a variety of challenges and obstacles, including treacherous bandits, rival cults, and dangerous wild animals. Along the way, he also discovers secrets about the true nature of the cult and its leaders, and begins to question his own beliefs and allegiances. ""The Departure of the Eagles"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world of Rome and the mysterious cult of Mithra, as well as a compelling story of adventure, danger, and self-discovery. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and ancient mythology.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Told through the Ages: A Series of Masonic Stories, by J. S. M. Ward. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459386X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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