TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ebers,Georg
AU  - Bell,Clara
TI  - The Emperor — Volume 05
AV  - PT 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Hadrian, Emperor of Rome, 76-138 -- Fiction
KW  - Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
KW  - German fiction -- Translations into English
N1  - Translation of Der Kaiser; Release date is 2004-04-01; This eBook was produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Emperor — Volume 05" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around themes of love, status, and the complexities of life in ancient Alexandria, particularly focusing on the lives of two central characters, Arsinoe and Selene, as they navigate societal expectations and personal aspirations amidst the backdrop of an upcoming imperial performance.  The opening of the volume introduces us to the anticipation surrounding a grand theatrical event organized by the wealthy citizen Plutarch. Arsinoe, the daughter of a humble palace steward, experiences the thrill of being invited to participate, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness as she steps into this world of elegance and attention. We see her admiration for the lavish preparations, her blooming beauty, and the interest it generates among the audience. Meanwhile, Selene's unfortunate injury creates a counterbalance to Arsinoe’s joy, setting up a familial drama that entangles themes of love and duty. As the narrative unfolds, we witness the dynamic interplay between class distinctions, personal ambition, and familial loyalty, crafted against a vividly depicted historical setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5487
ER  -