The Historical Romances of Georg Ebers by Georg Ebers
"The Historical Romances of Georg Ebers" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel series likely written in the late 19th century. The collection offers a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Egypt, encapsulated through various narratives, the first of which is titled "Uarda." The book aims to weave historical facts and romance, centering around the main character, Uarda, and her interactions within the socio-political fabric of ancient Egyptian society. The opening of
"Uarda" sets the scene in Thebes, where the juxtaposition of life and death is immediately evident. The narrative describes the rich environment along the Nile River and introduces important locations, such as the bustling city and the ominous City of the Dead. We encounter the princess Bent-Anat and her companion, Mena, who accidentally injure a young girl while racing. This incident leads them to seek help from the temple, revealing the tensions between social classes and the ancient customs surrounding life, death, and healing. The chapter evinces elaborate descriptions of Theban landscapes and societal roles, establishing a folkloric tone that intertwines with deeper themes of love, responsibility, and the supernatural, laying a compelling foundation for the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Uarda -- An Egyptian princess -- The sisters -- Joshua -- Cleopatra -- The Emperor -- Homo sum -- Serapis -- Arachne -- The bride of the Nile -- A thorny path -- In the fire of the forge -- Margery -- Barbara Blomberg -- A word only a word -- The burgomaster's wife -- In the Blue Pike -- A question -- The elixir -- The greylock -- The nuts -- The story of my life (autobiograpy).
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
