A Thorny Path — Volume 11 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Title A Thorny Path — Volume 11
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary “A Thorny Path — Volume 11” by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This installment continues the dramatic narrative steeped in the tumultuous times of Roman rule, centering around the tyrannical Emperor Caracalla, and the ripple effects of his brutal regime on the lives of those in Alexandria. The story unfolds with political intrigue, betrayal, and revenge, particularly through the characters Melissa, her lover Diodoros, and the cruel machinations of Caracalla, exploring themes of power, morality, and the struggle for dignity amidst oppression. The opening of the novel introduces a tense scene in which Emperor Caracalla, reeling from an affront to his honor, contemplates revenge against the youth of Alexandria who dared to mock him. As he grapples with his mounting rage, the atmosphere thickens with anticipation of impending violence and chaos. The High Priest Timotheus attempts to counsel the Emperor against indiscriminate brutality, warning that punishing the innocent alongside the guilty could lead to disastrous consequences. Meanwhile, a character named Zminis, known for his ruthless nature, proposes a plan of mass execution that Caracalla eagerly accepts. As the narrative shifts focus from imperial machinations to the lives of individuals caught in the crossfire, tensions heighten, especially for Melissa, who is desperately concerned for the safety of her loved ones as bloodshed descends upon the city. The conflict teases threads of heroism, sacrifice, and the yearning for justice in the face of overwhelming despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 5540
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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