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050 4 _aPT
100 1 _aEbers, Georg,
_d1837-1898
240 1 4 _aDie Schwestern. English
245 1 4 _aThe Sisters — Complete
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aTranslation of Die schwestern.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-11-15
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Sisters — Complete" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set in ancient Egypt, it primarily revolves around the lives of two twin sisters, Klea and Irene, who find themselves intertwined in the political and religious turmoil of the time. The narrative delves into the complexities of their lives in the Serapeum, where they serve as "Pourers out of the libations," while also exploring their relationships with various historical figures. The opening of the book introduces the Serapeum of Memphis, presenting a vivid picture of the sisters' living conditions and their daily struggles. It highlights Irene’s youthful innocence and dreams of a better life, contrasting with Klea's quiet endurance and growing discontent. A significant moment occurs when they receive an unexpected visit from a Roman named Publius Cornelius Scipio, who interacts with both sisters, leaving a lasting impression on them. This initial chapter sets the stage for themes of love, ambition, and the fight against oppressive circumstances while hinting at the deeper historical context that influences their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEgypt -- History -- 332-30 B.C. -- Fiction
653 _aGerman fiction -- Translations into English
700 1 _aBell, Clara,
_d1834-1927
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5466
999 _c47497
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