TY - BOOK AU - Ebers,Georg AU - Bell,Clara TI - Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 04 AV - PT PY - 2004/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Egypt -- History -- To 332 B.C. -- Fiction KW - German fiction -- Translations into English N1 - Release date is 2004-04-01; This eBook was produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Uarda: a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 04" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Ancient Egypt, this volume explores themes of love, betrayal, and ambition through complex character interactions and a richly woven narrative. The story features a diverse range of characters, including the chief pioneer Paaker, the dwarf Nemu, and the beautiful Nefert, all entangled in personal and political conflicts. The opening of this volume introduces Paaker, who arrives at the terrace-temple amidst discussions about his somewhat tumultuous relationships, including his unrequited love for Nefert. As he interacts with Nemu, who is worried about the troubles of his mistress, the narrative gradually reveals the underlying tensions of the characters' lives. The dialogue hints at themes of loyalty and revenge, particularly surrounding the actions of Mena, Nefert's husband, and the looming threat of Rameses’ disfavor. Other plot threads include familial obligations, the precarious nature of social status, and the strife stemming from personal desires versus societal expectations, laying the groundwork for a tale filled with intrigue and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5442 ER -