An Egyptian Princess — Volume 01 by Georg Ebers
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"An Egyptian Princess — Volume 01" by Georg Ebers is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The narrative transports readers to ancient Egypt, intertwining the lives of various characters, with the titular Egyptian princess, Rhodopis, as a pivotal figure whose story and relationships anchor the unfolding drama. The book is set against the backdrop of the Nile, and explores themes of love, cultural interactions, and the philosophical inquiries of
the era. At the start of the novel, the scene is vividly set with the overflowing Nile, hinting at the lush beauty of Egypt, and the engaging lives of its inhabitants. The opening introduces us to characters aboard a boat, including Phanes, an Athenian man full of enthusiasm, and Aristomachus, a Spartan with a more reserved demeanor. As they reach the home of Rhodopis, we learn about her fascinating past, from her origins as a slave to her rise as a respected and cherished figure among Greeks in Egypt. Through a lively dialogue and sumptuous descriptions of gatherings and soirées, Georg Ebers sets the stage for a rich tapestry of interactions that promise to explore not only personal relationships but also the broader cultural dynamics of ancient civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Grove, Eleanor |
| Title | An Egyptian Princess — Volume 01 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Egypt -- History -- To 332 B.C. -- Fiction |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5450 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 322 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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