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Title: Serapis — Volume 06
Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "Serapis — Volume 06" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the bustling atmosphere of the Hippodrome in Alexandria, focusing on the intertwining lives of various characters amidst the backdrop of chariot races, religious tensions, and personal conflicts. Central to the narrative are Marcus, a young Christian charioteer, and Dada, a captivating girl drawn to him, as they navigate the challenges posed by their respective social standings and the volatile climate of a city grappling with crisis. The opening of the book immerses the reader in a vivid scene at the Hippodrome, where spectators gather amidst a tense atmosphere heightened by recent events surrounding the Serapeum. As the story begins, we are introduced to Marcus, who is determined to prove his worth as a charioteer despite the odds stacked against him, particularly against the skilled Hippias. Concurrently, Dada finds herself enamored with Marcus, contemplating her feelings for him amidst the chaos. The dynamic between the characters is further complicated by the larger societal conflicts between Christians and pagans, which erupt dramatically during the races. The beginning sets the stage for a gripping tale of love, faith, and the struggle for acceptance in a world rife with division and turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator: Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
EBook No.: 5506
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Serapis — Volume 06
Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "Serapis — Volume 06" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the bustling atmosphere of the Hippodrome in Alexandria, focusing on the intertwining lives of various characters amidst the backdrop of chariot races, religious tensions, and personal conflicts. Central to the narrative are Marcus, a young Christian charioteer, and Dada, a captivating girl drawn to him, as they navigate the challenges posed by their respective social standings and the volatile climate of a city grappling with crisis. The opening of the book immerses the reader in a vivid scene at the Hippodrome, where spectators gather amidst a tense atmosphere heightened by recent events surrounding the Serapeum. As the story begins, we are introduced to Marcus, who is determined to prove his worth as a charioteer despite the odds stacked against him, particularly against the skilled Hippias. Concurrently, Dada finds herself enamored with Marcus, contemplating her feelings for him amidst the chaos. The dynamic between the characters is further complicated by the larger societal conflicts between Christians and pagans, which erupt dramatically during the races. The beginning sets the stage for a gripping tale of love, faith, and the struggle for acceptance in a world rife with division and turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
Translator: Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
EBook No.: 5506
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Egypt -- History -- 30 B.C.-640 A.D. -- Fiction
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.