Cleopatra — Volume 01 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Safford, Mary J.
Title Cleopatra — Volume 01
Note Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Cleopatra — Volume 01" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and times of Cleopatra, exploring her complex character and the dramatic interplay between her and the prominent figures of her era, particularly Mark Antony and Julius Caesar. The story begins with the backdrop of competitiveness among the powerful in Alexandria, highlighting the dynamics of love, politics, and society in ancient Egypt. The opening of the novel introduces us to Gorgias, an architect responsible for Cleopatra's monumental constructions in Alexandria. As he navigates the political landscape influenced by Cleopatra and Antony, he is approached by Caesarion, Cleopatra’s son, who yearns to speak with him privately. While Gorgias prepares for a monumental project involving sculptural representations of the royal lovers, the narrative reveals the tension surrounding Cleopatra's reign and the impending battle against Octavian’s forces. This portion establishes an atmosphere of anticipation and sets the stage for the unfolding conflicts, as Gorgias grapples with the implications of his work amidst looming political threats and personal relationships intertwined with Cleopatra's legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Biographical fiction
Subject Egypt -- History -- 332-30 B.C. -- Fiction
Subject Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, -30 B.C. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
Subject Queens -- Egypt -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5473
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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