The Emperor — Volume 04 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Title The Emperor — Volume 04
Note Translation of Der Kaiser.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "The Emperor — Volume 04" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. As part of a series, this volume continues to explore the intricacies of life in the Roman Empire, particularly through the lens of its characters who intersect with the divine and human experiences of the time. It delves into the social structures, relationships, and philosophical influences that shaped the era. In this volume, the narrative follows several key characters, including the Emperor Hadrian and his beloved Antinous. We see a poignant exploration of themes such as duty, love, and the human condition through characters like Mastor, a body-slave who grapples with the emotional weight of his servitude and the shifting perspective on life offered by the Christians he encounters. The story also introduces Selene and her sister, who face struggles of their own within the context of poverty and labor at a papyrus factory. As Selene's health deteriorates due to an injury, the narrative unfolds her resilience and the compassionate bonds formed among the women workers. Through this intricate tapestry, Ebers provides rich character development and a deeply woven social commentary reflective of the historical period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Hadrian, Emperor of Rome, 76-138 -- Fiction
Subject Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 5486
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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