Homo Sum — Volume 03 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Title Homo Sum — Volume 03
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Homo Sum — Volume 03" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written during the late 19th century, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and personal turmoil against the backdrop of ancient Roman society. The narrative delves into complex relationships between characters, focusing on the challenges and moral dilemmas they face in their intertwined lives. The story unfolds around Sirona, a woman trapped in a tumultuous marriage with Phoebicius, a Roman centurion. As Sirona grapples with her feelings for Hermas, a young admirer, she faces escalating conflicts with her husband, who becomes consumed by jealousy and rage. In a desperate bid for freedom, Sirona flees into the desert with her injured greyhound, leading to a tense pursuit by Phoebicius. The novel portrays Sirona's struggle for autonomy, Phoebicius's inner turmoil and violent reactions, and their ultimate fates as they navigate the turmoil of their lives, intertwining love, loyalty, and vengeance. The narrative culminates in a vivid exploration of the characters' psyches, setting a stage for deep moral and emotional reflections amidst the challenges they face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
Subject Church history -- 4th century -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 5496
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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