West Palm Beach, FL (October 26, 2012) - The historic Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is proud to host an evening of conversation with author Daphne Nikolopoulos presenting her first novel, The Tenth Saint. The event will take place at the Gardens on Thursday, November 8, 2012 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM and will showcase an excerpt from the book, book signing, and discussions of Nikolopoulos' latest travels to Ethiopia.
When not working as the Editor of Palm Beach Illustrated, the talented Daphne Nikolopoulos is writing under her pen name of D. J. Niko. The journalist, author, editor, and self-proclaimed modern nomad has spent the better part of two decades traveling the world. As a former travel writer and zealous adventurer, Nikolopoulos has visited remote spots on six continents, many of which have inspired her novels. The Tenth Saint is her debut novel in a series of archaeological thrillers.
The Tenth Saint tells the story of Cambridge archaeologist Sarah Weston, who makes an unusual discovery in the ancient Ethiopian mountain kingdom of Aksum—a sealed tomb with inscriptions in an obscure dialect. Along with her colleague, American anthropologist Daniel Madigan, she tries to identify the entombed man and translate the inscriptions. Tracking down clues in Addis Ababa and the monasteries of Lalibela, Sarah and Daniel uncover a codex in the subterranean library revealing the secret of the tomb—a set of prophecies about Earth’s final hours, written by a man hailed by Ethiopian mystics as Coptic Christianity’s 10th saint. Faced with violent opposition and left for dead in the heart of the Simien Mountains, Sarah and Daniel survive to journey to Paris, where they’re given a 14th-century letter describing the catastrophic events that will lead to the planet’s demise. Connecting the two discoveries, Sarah faces a deadly conspiracy to keep the secret buried in order to promote technological advances presently leading toward the prophesied end of the Earth.
Attendees are encouraged to read the book prior to conversation and can be purchased at the Classic Bookshop located at: 310 South County Road, Palm Beach, Florida 33480 or by calling 561.655.2485.
Reservations for the event are required by calling 561-832-5328 or by emailing: programs@ansg.org. For more information on the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, please visit: www.ansg.org.
About the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens: The historic Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a recognized 501(c)(3) operatingfoundation established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). The organization has grown to be an important cultural institution giving the community and visitors an opportunity to explore nature and art in an environmentally conscience urban environment.
Dedicated to preserving the historic beauty of The Ann Norton Sculpture Garden, the nationally designated property and 2.2 acre urban gardens are home to over 300 species of tropical palms and native plants — one of the most significant collections in Florida.
The gardens are conveniently located at 2051 South Flagler Drive, in West Palm Beach, Florida. The rare palm and sculpture gardens, exhibition galleries and artist studio are currently open Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Available services include: exhibitions, guided tours of the gardens and Norton's original sculpture studio, guest lectures, and educational programs.
All programs promote a preservation ethic and incorporate the arts, environmental awareness, and interpretive history of Ann Weaver Norton.
If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (561) 835-9057 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com.
When not working as the Editor of Palm Beach Illustrated, the talented Daphne Nikolopoulos is writing under her pen name of D. J. Niko. The journalist, author, editor, and self-proclaimed modern nomad has spent the better part of two decades traveling the world. As a former travel writer and zealous adventurer, Nikolopoulos has visited remote spots on six continents, many of which have inspired her novels. The Tenth Saint is her debut novel in a series of archaeological thrillers.
The Tenth Saint tells the story of Cambridge archaeologist Sarah Weston, who makes an unusual discovery in the ancient Ethiopian mountain kingdom of Aksum—a sealed tomb with inscriptions in an obscure dialect. Along with her colleague, American anthropologist Daniel Madigan, she tries to identify the entombed man and translate the inscriptions. Tracking down clues in Addis Ababa and the monasteries of Lalibela, Sarah and Daniel uncover a codex in the subterranean library revealing the secret of the tomb—a set of prophecies about Earth’s final hours, written by a man hailed by Ethiopian mystics as Coptic Christianity’s 10th saint. Faced with violent opposition and left for dead in the heart of the Simien Mountains, Sarah and Daniel survive to journey to Paris, where they’re given a 14th-century letter describing the catastrophic events that will lead to the planet’s demise. Connecting the two discoveries, Sarah faces a deadly conspiracy to keep the secret buried in order to promote technological advances presently leading toward the prophesied end of the Earth.
Attendees are encouraged to read the book prior to conversation and can be purchased at the Classic Bookshop located at: 310 South County Road, Palm Beach, Florida 33480 or by calling 561.655.2485.
Reservations for the event are required by calling 561-832-5328 or by emailing: programs@ansg.org. For more information on the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, please visit: www.ansg.org.
About the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens: The historic Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a recognized 501(c)(3) operatingfoundation established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). The organization has grown to be an important cultural institution giving the community and visitors an opportunity to explore nature and art in an environmentally conscience urban environment.
Dedicated to preserving the historic beauty of The Ann Norton Sculpture Garden, the nationally designated property and 2.2 acre urban gardens are home to over 300 species of tropical palms and native plants — one of the most significant collections in Florida.
The gardens are conveniently located at 2051 South Flagler Drive, in West Palm Beach, Florida. The rare palm and sculpture gardens, exhibition galleries and artist studio are currently open Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Available services include: exhibitions, guided tours of the gardens and Norton's original sculpture studio, guest lectures, and educational programs.
All programs promote a preservation ethic and incorporate the arts, environmental awareness, and interpretive history of Ann Weaver Norton.
If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (561) 835-9057 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com.
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