Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 04 by Georg Ebers
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| Author | Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
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| Translator | Bell, Clara, 1834-1927 |
| Title | Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 04 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Uarda: a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 04" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Ancient Egypt, this volume explores themes of love, betrayal, and ambition through complex character interactions and a richly woven narrative. The story features a diverse range of characters, including the chief pioneer Paaker, the dwarf Nemu, and the beautiful Nefert, all entangled in personal and political conflicts. The opening of this volume introduces Paaker, who arrives at the terrace-temple amidst discussions about his somewhat tumultuous relationships, including his unrequited love for Nefert. As he interacts with Nemu, who is worried about the troubles of his mistress, the narrative gradually reveals the underlying tensions of the characters' lives. The dialogue hints at themes of loyalty and revenge, particularly surrounding the actions of Mena, Nefert's husband, and the looming threat of Rameses’ disfavor. Other plot threads include familial obligations, the precarious nature of social status, and the strife stemming from personal desires versus societal expectations, laying the groundwork for a tale filled with intrigue and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Egypt -- History -- To 332 B.C. -- Fiction |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5442 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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