Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 08 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 08
Note Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 08" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, identity, and societal class through the lens of Ancient Egyptian culture and mythology. The central characters include Uarda, a beautiful girl grappling with her heritage and societal standing, and Rameri, a prince who is captivated by her despite the stigma associated with her family. The opening of the novel introduces important developments in the lives of Uarda and Rameri, showcasing their heartfelt interactions and the tensions surrounding their origins. Rameri disguises himself as a scribe to visit Uarda, revealing his affection through sweet gestures, like offering her a rose. Their budding romance is complicated by feelings of societal prejudice and personal insecurities, particularly regarding Uarda’s family’s past. As the plot deepens, hints of danger involving a malevolent plot against Pentaur, a character who has shown unwavering kindness, are revealed, setting the stage for dramatic developments in their intertwined fates. The story weaves a rich tapestry of emotions and complications as both characters navigate their circumstances amidst the backdrop of Ancient Egypt. (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. 5446
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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