Arachne — Volume 01 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Safford, Mary J.
Title Arachne — Volume 01
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Arachne — Volume 01" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel set during the reign of Ptolemy II in ancient Egypt, likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, ambition, and the tensions between different cultures and social classes as embodied in the lives of its characters. The narrative centers around Ledscha, a beautiful Biamite girl who becomes enmeshed in a love affair with Hermon, a Greek sculptor. As the plot unfolds, she grapples with her jealousy and fears regarding Hermon's potential infidelity, spurred on by the warnings of Bias, a bitter slave. Ledscha's desire for independence clashes with the expectations of her society and the deception woven around her love life, including the fate of her younger sister Taus, who has also caught Hermon's attention. Amidst this turmoil, Ledscha seeks the prophetic guidance of old Tabus, leading to a deeper exploration of her identity and destiny shaped by love, betrayal, and her heritage. The story weaves an intricate tapestry of human emotions set against a rich historical backdrop, highlighting the personal struggles faced by its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Egypt -- History -- 332-30 B.C. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 5508
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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