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Forster, E. M. (Edward Morgan)
1879
1970
Forster, Edward Morgan
Cavafy, Constantine
1863
1933
Cavafy, C. P. (Constantine P.)
Cavafy, Constantine Peter
Kavafis, Konstantinos Petrou
Καβάφης, Κωνσταντίνος
Valassopoulo, George
23017001
Pharos and Pharillon
Introduction -- Pharos: Pharos. The return from Siwa. Epiphany. Philo's little trip. Clement of Alexandria. St. Athanasius. Timothy the Cat & Timothy Whitebonnet. The god abandons Antony -- Pharillon: Eliza in Egypt. Cotton from the outside. The den. Between the Sun and the Moon. The solitary place. The poetry of C. P. Cavafy -- Conclusion.
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"Pharos and Pharillon" by E. M. Forster is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the historical and cultural significance of Alexandria, focusing on the legendary lighthouse Pharos and the events surrounding it. The book intricately weaves together both ancient and modern perspectives, showcasing the complexities of the city's identity through various characters and historical references. The opening of the book provides a rich introduction to the setting of Alexandria, recounting the geographical evolution of the site where the Pharos lighthouse once stood. It begins with a historical description of the island of Pharos and transitions into significant events from its past, including Menelaus’s misadventures and the presence of diverse communities such as Greeks, Jews, and later Arabs. As the narrative unfolds, it establishes a connection between the past and the modern day, hinting at personal reflections and philosophical musings that set the tone for the rest of the book. The scene is set for an exploration of how the remnants of history, culture, and identity continue to shape contemporary lives in this storied city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English essays -- 20th century
Alexandria (Egypt) -- History
Fay, Eliza, 1756-1816 -- Travel
Cavafy, Constantine, 1863-1933
Alexandria (Egypt) -- Description and travel
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