In the underground basement of this former great library, on a hot windy day in June, Professor William Weston discovered the map; his goal at last accomplished after years of tedious work. No longer would he have to suffer eyestrain, looking through dusty materials in obscure places and following trails that frequently led to dead ends. Enoch was now within his grasp.
Rachael Goldstein’s knowledge of ancient languages allowed her to interpret the document for the Professor under the light of a candle held by the old custodian. When she finished translating, this old man took a fistful of American dollars and turned his back as they departed with the document. With the ancient map in hand, the pair traveled to their tents on the outskirts of Timbuktu where Imnah, their servant, waited with tubs of hot water to remove the day’s accumulated dirt and sweat.
