Arachne — Volume 02 by Georg Ebers

"Arachne — Volume 02 by Georg Ebers" is a historical novel written in the late 19th century, reflective of the author's deep engagement with ancient themes and characters. The story centers around Arachne, exploring her relationships, artistry, and the conflicts she faces within a richly crafted historical context. In this volume, the narrative unfolds in the city of Tennis, where Arachne’s talents as a weaver are juxtaposed with her complex interactions with other characters, particularly the sculptors Hermon and Myrtilus. The text emphasizes the tension between artistic ambition and societal expectations, as well as personal desires and the looming shadow of competition in the artistic world. As Arachne strives to make a name for herself against the backdrop of emerging love interests and complex friendships, the themes of art, beauty, and the struggles against divine retribution for hubris become central to the storyline. The evolving dynamics among the characters create an engaging tapestry that reflects both the joys and challenges of artistic pursuit in a historical setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Safford, Mary J. (Mary Joanna), 1842-1916
Title Arachne — Volume 02
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 65.9 (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 -- 332-30 B.C. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
Category Text
eBook-No. 5509
Release Date
Last Update Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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