Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 03 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Title Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 03
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 03" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the ancient city of Thebes, Egypt, during a period of political turmoil, and revolves around the lives of various characters dealing with themes of war, love, and social strife, particularly focusing on the fate of the main character, Uarda, a girl caught in the personal entanglements of a powerful and complex world. The opening of the book introduces the city of Thebes in a state of unrest as citizens anxiously await news from the battlefield. A regent named Ani presides over the chaos, balancing political duties and personal connections amidst the suffering of his people. The narrative sets a vivid scene, detailing the desperation and grief of the populace as they seek information about their loved ones fighting in a distant war. Among the intricate relationships developed are those involving Ani, who is keenly aware of his lineage and potential claims to power, and Uarda, who finds herself intertwined with the hopes and intrigues of those around her. The stage is set for the unfolding drama that blends personal ambitions with the treacherous politics of the time. (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
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EBook-No. 5441
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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