A Thorny Path — Volume 09 by Georg Ebers
"A Thorny Path — Volume 09" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel set in the Roman Empire, likely written during the late 19th century. The book navigates themes of love, loyalty, and political intrigue in the context of ancient Alexandria, exploring how personal relationships are affected by larger sociopolitical dynamics, particularly surrounding the contentious figure of Caracalla. In this volume, the central characters grapple with the repercussions of Caracalla's interest in
Melissa, leading to a tumultuous atmosphere in Alexandria. Alexander, Melissa's brother, struggles with feelings of despair and guilt, feeling alienated from his community due to his perceived association with the emperor. Meanwhile, tensions rise within the city as the populace reacts to a royal command forcing Melissa into a public role. As the story unfolds, relationships strain and friendships are tested, culminating in a dramatic and politically charged spectacle at the Amphitheater that blends personal stakes with the broader turmoil of Roman governance. The actions of the characters reflect their desire for dignity and self-determination against the oppressive backdrop of imperial authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Bell, Clara, 1834-1927 |
| Title | A Thorny Path — Volume 09 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5538 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-05538-1 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 387 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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