The Emperor — Volume 09 by Georg Ebers

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Author Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Title The Emperor — Volume 09
Note Translation of Der Kaiser.
Note Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "The Emperor — Volume 09" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds during the Roman Empire under Emperor Hadrian, revealing the intricacies of imperial court life, including the mingling of philosophy, politics, and personal relationships. The plot centers around various characters, including the praetor Verus, the learned philosophers, and the beloved youth Antinous, as they navigate through celebrations, disasters, and personal ambitions within the vibrant backdrop of Alexandria. The opening portion introduces a raucous celebration hosted by Verus to mark his birthday, blending high spirits and cultural performances with excess and debauchery. As the festivities progress, tensions surface, particularly when a fire breaks out, prompting an urgent response from various attendees, including Verus himself. Interactions among characters showcase their varying perspectives on honor, friendship, and the consequences of their actions, especially concerning the well-being of the Emperor and Antinous, who daringly risks himself to salvage important texts from the flames. The passage provides a rich portrayal of the political and personal dynamics at play, setting the stage for further developments in the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Hadrian, Emperor of Rome, 76-138 -- Fiction
Subject Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 5491
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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