In "House of the Tiger King: The Quest for a Lost City" by Tahir Shah, the author explores the concept of discovering a lost city through two distinct approaches. The first method is pure luck, where chance plays a significant role in uncovering hidden places. This approach often leads to unpredictable outcomes and relies heavily on fortuitous events.

The second method emphasizes the importance of managing and controlling information. By strategically gathering and interpreting data, one can increase the chances of locating lost cities with greater precision. This approach highlights the value of knowledge and planning in the pursuit of historical discoveries.