"The American Translator" is an engrossing novel that chronicles the life of David Boccaccio, an exceptional American scholar with Italian roots hailing from San Francisco. The story is set in Iraq, where David joins the American Army as a translator, only to find himself trapped in a web of mysterious events amidst the horrors of war. This gripping narrative is a veritable feast of action, mystery, and intrigue, offering a multicultural, cosmopolitan, and multilayered plot that weaves together various references to ancient artworks, including the Epic of Gilgamesh, from different parts of the world such as Europe, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Middle East, South America, China, and more. The novel not only takes us on a thrilling journey of adventure and discovery but also sheds light on the experiences of ordinary people who have been marginalized in times of war. It calls for friendship and peace, inviting us to transcend cultural borders and embrace a vision of a world without conflict. With its stunning descriptions of places and artworks from across the globe, "The American Translator" is a must-read for anyone who loves a compelling story that celebrates the human spirit.