The Bride of the Nile - Volume 09

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898

Contributor:

Bell, Clara, 1834-1927

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Bride of the Nile - Volume 09" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. This work centers on the tumultuous events in ancient Egypt, exploring themes of love, conflict, and the societal implications of class and status amid the chaos of a failing environment. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of increasing tensions due to a deadly pestilence and political entanglements, set during the era of early Christianity. In this volume, the story primarily follows Philippus, a physician, as he grapples with the fallout from an assault on a convent and the ensuing plague that strikes Memphis. The narrative delves into the complexities of love and heartache experienced by key characters, such as Philippus, who is pained by his unrequited feelings for Paula, and Heliodora, a widow who navigates her own emotions amid the turmoil. The tension escalates with the tragic death of Rufinus, with Philippus tasked with delivering the devastating news to the grieving widow, Joanna. As characters deal with their personal crises against the backdrop of societal collapse, their intertwined destinies highlight the irreversible impact of love, loss, and the relentless march of fate on their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

This eBook was produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-04-01