Theoclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras in Eleusis and Atlantis

by PanOrpheus

Theoclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras in Eleusis and Atlantis introduces two of the principle characters of Panorpheus' books. We meet Theoclea as a child as she experiences her first vision of the future. The book moves on to a time when she has become the Delphic Oracle and gives the speech of a lifetime to a huge crowd before the Mysteries of Eleusis bigin. The second part of the book moves on as Theoclea and her friends...her teacher Pythagoras, and others experience a deep joint vision of a journey to Atlantis. The book was originally published in 2013.

Genres: Fiction

519 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

PanOrpheus is the author of the 'Delphic Oracle' series of books...in the alternate history, fantasy fiction, metaphysical genre. The books in the 'Theoclea' series are generally set in ca. 500 BC, and feature the adventures of Theoclea, the Oracle of the Temple of Delphi. One of her teachers was Pythagoras...and so we have a rare moment when Spirituality and Science were brought together...the ultimate person who 'Sees' meets the ultimate person who 'Knows'. Reincarnation, visions, poetry, and other means are used to keep the action going.
The Phoebe' books feature Phoebe (The Delphic Oracle) and add spice and humor to the plots as Phoebe and her friends enter modern times, and intervene into fictional and non-fictional lives and events. His latest book is 'Songs and Stories from Tesla's Tower.
PanOrpheus is on the Board of Directors of the Phila. Tesla Club and the Tesla Science Foundation...and the inventor Nikola Tesla or the Spirit of Nikola Tesla are characters in some of the books and short stories.
A new book 'The Antikythera and The Source' will be coming out next...

Reviews

[Bill Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really interesting and quite different story that brings together the histories of Greece and Atlantis. However, this is not a history book but a fantasy tale which combines aspects of magic and mythology with well described characters in a beautifully written adventure.
The author has done a great job of bringing this fantasy world to life and as I read, I became really immersed in the world of Theoclea and her friends.
Strongly recommended to anyone who appreciates a well written fantasy adventure!

[Donna · Rating 2 out of 5]

I may finish this some day as it is not a bad book. The story interests me but the manner in which is presented is a little dry for my taste. The best part I found is when the author is describing the entertainment at the gathering at Eleusis. It was so compelling that you could envision how each act was presented. I found that a lot of the situations could have done with more explanation and history to clarify what was currently happening.

[James Terzian · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book brings up a lot of terminology from Mythology. It was a little slow in the beginning but it was a good reads. Almost a perfect grammar. The plot was riveting and character where fleshed out and well developed as the story progressed. I enjoyed it and will be look at Orpheus other books and works

[Kurt Bartling · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a harder review to write, in that the book was not what I was expecting, but that doesn't mean it was not a good story. Having read the Iliad, I was expecting something along that line here. This was less a story of manipulation and machinations, and more a philosophical journey.
The book is broken into two parts, following Theaclea, an oracle of Dionysus and Apollo. The first third of the book is dedicated to Theaclea's journey to the Eleusis to speak to the pilgrims in the tent city. Each chapter is Theaclea reconnecting with emportant people in here life leading upto her arrival in Eleusis, where each provide her advice and wisdom. I found the writing very detailed, almost to a fault. You got into the minutia so much, it distracted me from the story. I found Theaclea, at times unrelateable, sometimes immature and others aloof and pensive. I recognize she was an oracle, and in commune with higher powers, and that was where I was having trouble. The writing was third person, but did delve deeply into the inner workings of the characters. I felt more like being told a story, without really experiencing it.
The second two thirds of the book followed Theaclea and her relationship with Pythagoras, and her quest to learn about Atlantis. I found this story more interesting, inthat Thea and Pythagoras have a unique history, with “revelations”. Pythagoras’ insight into the story of Atlantis was interesting, and the theories were unique, yet I found them to be reminiscent of the story of Babylon from the bible.
Theaclea (The Delphic Oracle) and Pythagoras in Eleusis and Atlantis is a historical fiction, more closely a speculative fiction, recounting a period of time in the lives of two minor Greek historical figures. This book may not be for everyone, but those who are deeply interested in the Greek life, and have some familiarity of the story of Theaclea will definitely like this book. I was not, and so I felt thrown into the deep end a bit, trying to catch up. There were several characters I did want to know more about, how Anka ended up on an island of nudists, and what happened to Troyana that restricted to a chair for her health.

[Jackie Ley · Rating 4 out of 5]

These two sequential novellas, set in 'a world that resembles Ancient Greece in many ways' but are a fictitious work, draw on the author's impressive knowledge of the myth and legend surrounding the Oracle of the Temple of Delphi. The prose style is poetic and fluent, referencing a whole metaphysical vernacular of which many readers (including this one) might be largely ignorant. From my trigonometry days at school, I recognised Pythagoras and was fascinated by his involvement in the metaphysics of Ancient Greece as well as the mathematics, and indeed how he demonstrated that both were intertwined. Theoclea,the mystic oracle and the main protagonist was potentially a compelling character but I had the sense that the author was too over-awed by her near deity status to flesh out a character who was woman as well as seer. For this reason, she remained two-dimensional and failed to draw me in to an otherwise beautifully written work of fiction.

[Nihar Sharma · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story of Theoclea, the Delphic Oracle, is an engrossing tale which begins with a vision, which comes to her during childhood, and helps her foretell the future. The unique gifts present within her soon provide fame and fortune as she grows up in the ancient societies of Greece.
This intriguing tale also brings us face to face with the myths and legends surrounding Atlantis and the dreams which bring Theoclea closer to finding the truth about it.

PanOrpheus has written an interesting book and the description of each character, their appearance, actions and the surroundings are amazingly vivid and easy to imagine! It made me feel as though I was present there, watching each ritual unfold! There are several poetic versus given and I commend the author for the extraordinary effort!

[Lance Morcan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written…poetic even


You don’t need to be a lover of fantasy and alternate history to enjoy this seminal tale; you only need to love a good story and be able to relate to writing best described as beautiful.

Theoclea – with its unique characters and captivating prose interlaced with enchanting poetry – is guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning of readers.

This reader’s only regret was that I couldn’t finish it in one sitting…not because it’s an overly long read (it’s not) or because I didn’t have the time. Rather, there’s so much to absorb I had to return later to re-read passages to better understand/enjoy their full meaning.

A must-read! Can’t wait to read more by this author.

[Loren Lockner · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you love ancient history that is meticulously researched, this is the book for you. It tells the tale of Theoclea and Pythagoras who travel to Egypt; she to give a speech, he in track of a scroll/book lost in the brilliant maze of the Great Pyramid. It is obvious that the author loves this time period, and he is able to draw you into his timeline. While occasionally heavy-going, I enjoyed the book, though I am a rank novice regarding the Greek Oracle, myths, and all the famous personages of the time. Well done.

[Jenny Hayworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivating vivid descriptions of characters, set amongst a fantasy tale with central character Theoclea. A world that captures the imagination interposed with poetic verse and set in Ancient Greece. Trying to find the truth about Atlantis and encapsulating myths and legends the reader will find themselves transported within the dreams and realites of Theoclea. For readers who love stories that move around in time and space and historical fiction and fantasy it will not disappoint.

[Awdhesh Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is beautiful narration of the power of intuition over the power of logic. It is the story of Theoclea, the Delphic Oracle, who has magical power through which she helps the world and sees visions. Set in the background of ancient Greece, the story is fascinating. There are many beautiful poems in the book through which the author passes timeless messages to the readers.
A great read to travel back to the time of ancient Greece.

[Lincoln Cole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another alternate history by PanOrpheus, and another win. This book fits in with the rest of his works and tells an interesting story about an oracle giving a huge speech, and it really progresses into an awesome novel. I love the conglomeration of characters and magic of the story, and I easily get swept up into the action. I consider this to be well-worth the read and highly enjoyable!

If you haven't read any of his other works, then this is a great one to start with!

[PanOrpheus PanOrpheus · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think it's great...but I'm the author!