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Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 05

By Georg Ebers
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Set in an ancient Egyptian city, the story follows an ambitious little messenger whose dealings with a sorceress mother, palace figures, and other townspeople unfold amid the bustle of market-places and tented quarters. Episodes move between private interviews at court and scenes among dancing-girls, gamblers, and temple enclosures, revealing daily hardships, bargaining for favor, and whispered conspiracies. Folk remedies, ritual practices, and social spectacle provide vivid local color while personal schemes, shifting alliances, and social contrast drive the plot and shape characters' fortunes.

About the Author

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Georg Ebers

Georg Ebers was a notable German Egyptologist and author, recognized for his historical novels that often explore ancient Egyptian themes. His literary career spanned the late 19th century, during which he wrote extensively, contributing to the genre of historical fiction. Ebers is perhaps best known for his work "A Thorny Path," a multi-volume narrative that delves into the complexities of life and society in ancient Egypt. His writings reflect a deep interest in the culture and history of Egypt, blending meticulous research with engaging storytelling, which has left a lasting impact on readers and scholars alike.

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