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100 1 _aEbers, Georg,
_d1837-1898
245 1 2 _aA Thorny Path — Volume 10
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 10" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. This work continues a rich narrative set in ancient Rome, depicting the complexities of love, ambition, betrayal, and the political intrigue surrounding the characters, notably focusing on the dynamics between the protagonists and the emperor Caracalla. Ebers is known for his elaborate storytelling and detailed character development, making this volume a part of a larger exploration of human experiences against the backdrop of a historically significant period. In this volume, the story unfolds amidst tensions and tumult as characters grapple with romantic entanglements and the dire consequences of their choices. Melissa finds herself torn between her heart's affection for Diodoros and the looming threat of Caracalla's unwanted advances, which transform her life into a precarious balance of fidelity and survival. Meanwhile, Alexander, her brother, contemplates feelings of shame and betrayal as his actions are misconstrued amid the political machinations of the court. The narrative tension escalates with the climactic events in the Circus, the threat of Caesar's wrath, and the eventual unraveling of familial bonds, leading to a crescendo of emotional turmoil and life-altering decisions that could seal their fates. Ebers crafts a vivid tableau of ancient societal norms and personal dilemmas that resonate with universal themes, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction woven with intricate character studies. (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/5539
999 _c47570
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