About the Author

Tim Freke has an honours degree in philosophy and is an internationally respected authority on world mysticism. His previous books include 'The Jesus Mysteries' and 'Jesus and the Goddess' which inspired Dan Brown. He has been featured in numerous TV and radio documentaries. He lectures and leads seminars in the US and UK. Peter Gandy has an MA in classical civilization and is an international authority on the ancient pagan mysteries and early Christianity.