After escaping the sack of Rome in 549 AD two adventurers, the Greek
Nicander and former legionary Marius, dare all to steal the secret of
silk from China. Rooted in the historical record, this is an epic quest
across a vast geographical canvas from legendary Sinae to the vast
steppes and deserts of Central Asia to imperial Constaninople. It is
also a tale of friendship, courage, myth and love.