02625cam a22003253u 4500 5600 UtSlPG 20260610133141.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 The Historical Romances of Georg Ebers Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-11-15 Uarda -- An Egyptian princess -- The sisters -- Joshua -- Cleopatra -- The Emperor -- Homo sum -- Serapis -- Arachne -- The bride of the Nile -- A thorny path -- In the fire of the forge -- Margery -- Barbara Blomberg -- A word only a word -- The burgomaster's wife -- In the Blue Pike -- A question -- The elixir -- The greylock -- The nuts -- The story of my life (autobiograpy). Produced by David Widger "The Historical Romances of Georg Ebers" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel series likely written in the late 19th century. The collection offers a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Egypt, encapsulated through various narratives, the first of which is titled "Uarda." The book aims to weave historical facts and romance, centering around the main character, Uarda, and her interactions within the socio-political fabric of ancient Egyptian society. The opening of "Uarda" sets the scene in Thebes, where the juxtaposition of life and death is immediately evident. The narrative describes the rich environment along the Nile River and introduces important locations, such as the bustling city and the ominous City of the Dead. We encounter the princess Bent-Anat and her companion, Mena, who accidentally injure a young girl while racing. This incident leads them to seek help from the temple, revealing the tensions between social classes and the ancient customs surrounding life, death, and healing. The chapter evinces elaborate descriptions of Theban landscapes and societal roles, establishing a folkloric tone that intertwines with deeper themes of love, responsibility, and the supernatural, laying a compelling foundation for the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction German fiction -- Translations into English https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5600 47631 47631