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100 1 _aEbers, Georg,
_d1837-1898
245 1 2 _aA Thorny Path — Volume 09
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 _aRelease date is 2004-04-01
508 _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEgypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
653 _aGerman fiction -- Translations into English
700 1 _aBell, Clara,
_d1834-1927
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5538
999 _c47569
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