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Title: A Thorny Path — Volume 05
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "A Thorny Path — Volume 05" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century, known for its intricately woven narrative and rich character development. This installment follows the story of Melissa, a young woman facing the tumultuous events of her life set against the backdrop of Roman Egypt. The book explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and the complexities of love amidst the cruel realities of power and politics during the Roman Empire. In this volume, Melissa takes on the perilous journey to seek mercy for her brother, Alexander, who is in danger due to a dangerous misunderstanding arising from his art. The narrative delves into her emotional turmoil as she grapples with the potential consequences of her actions, especially as she faces the wrath of Caesar, Caracalla. The characters become entwined in a web of alliances, hidden motives, and personal struggles, showcasing Melissa’s bravery and determination to protect her family at all costs. As she navigates the intricate social and political landscapes of the time, the reader witnesses her growth from a timid girl to a resolute figure willing to confront the most formidable of foes for the sake of love and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator: Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
EBook No.: 5534
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Thorny Path — Volume 05
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "A Thorny Path — Volume 05" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century, known for its intricately woven narrative and rich character development. This installment follows the story of Melissa, a young woman facing the tumultuous events of her life set against the backdrop of Roman Egypt. The book explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and the complexities of love amidst the cruel realities of power and politics during the Roman Empire. In this volume, Melissa takes on the perilous journey to seek mercy for her brother, Alexander, who is in danger due to a dangerous misunderstanding arising from his art. The narrative delves into her emotional turmoil as she grapples with the potential consequences of her actions, especially as she faces the wrath of Caesar, Caracalla. The characters become entwined in a web of alliances, hidden motives, and personal struggles, showcasing Melissa’s bravery and determination to protect her family at all costs. As she navigates the intricate social and political landscapes of the time, the reader witnesses her growth from a timid girl to a resolute figure willing to confront the most formidable of foes for the sake of love and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator: Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
EBook No.: 5534
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.