An Egyptian Princess — Volume 04 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Grove, Eleanor
Title An Egyptian Princess — Volume 04
Note Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "An Egyptian Princess — Volume 04" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. Set in ancient Egypt and Persia, the story revolves around familial loyalty, love, and cultural differences as it follows Sappho, a young woman caught between her affection for her Persian lover, Bartja, and the reality of her place in society. The characters navigate the complexities of their relationships against a backdrop of political intrigue and societal expectations. At the start of this volume, the narrative reveals a secret meeting between Sappho and Bartja, highlighting their deep emotional connection as they confide in one another about their fears of separation. Rhodopis, Sappho's grandmother, soon becomes involved, expressing both concern and support for their love amidst the cultural tensions they face. As the story progresses, the external pressures from their respective heritages, the impending departure of Nitetis, and court politics come to the forefront, suggesting an upcoming clash between personal desires and public duties, setting the stage for an emotional and dramatic journey. (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. 5453
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Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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