The Pyramid: Kurt Wallander Mankell, Henning Summary The essential read for all fans of Kurt Wallander.When Kurt Wallander first appeared in Faceless Killers back in 1990, he was a senior police officer, just turned forty, with his life in a mess. The essential read for all fans of Kurt Wallander.When Kurt Wallander first appeared in Faceless Killers back in 1990, he was a senior police officer, just turned forty, with his life in a mess. His wife had left him, his father barely acknowledged him; he ate badly and drank alone at night. The Pyramid chronicles the events that led him to such a place. We see him in the early years, doing hours on the beat whilst trying to solve a murder off-duty; witness the beginnings of his fragile relationship with Mona, the woman he has his heart set on marrying; and learn the reason behind his difficulties with his father. These thrilling tales provide a fascinating insight into Wallander's character, and demand to be read in one sitting. From the stabbing of a neighbour in 1969 to a light aircraft accident in 1989, every story is a vital piece of the Wallander series, showing Mankell at the top of his game. Featuring an introduction from the author, The Pyramid is an essential read for all fans of Kurt Wallander. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 496 pages · Paperback By Mankell, Henning Details ISBN: 9780099512974 Author: Mankell, Henning Format: Paperback Pages: 496 Language: English Publication date: 7 May 2009 Condition: Used – Very Good About the authors Mankell, Henning and Henning Mankell · Publisher: Random House More about this book Reviews His wife had left him, his father barely acknowledged him, he ate badly and drank alone at night. 'The Pyramid' chronicles the events that led him to such a place.