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A Thorny Path (Per Aspera)

A Thorny Path (Per Aspera)

Ebers, Georg

Paperback

Historical FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 9374595397
ISBN13: 9789374595398
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: May 19 2026
Pages: 458
Weight: 1.34
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In the shadowed courts and sun-drenched streets of ancient Egypt, destinies entwine beneath the watchful gaze of gods and men. Here, the pulse of a civilisation at its zenith thrums through every intrigue, as personal longing collides with the iron demands of custom and power. This historical novel immerses the reader in a world where the grandeur of the Nile's temples conceals both forbidden passion and the quiet heroism of those who dare to seek their own path. With the precision of nineteenth century literature and the sweep of historical adventure fiction, the narrative draws on the richness of Egyptian romance, evoking a society shaped by ritual, ambition, and the ever-present tension between tradition and desire. The story's ancient world setting is rendered with a scholar's care and a storyteller's flair, inviting readers into the daily lives, spiritual beliefs, and political machinations of a lost era. The novel's enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the universal struggles of love, loyalty, and moral courage against a backdrop that feels both remote in time and immediate in emotion. As one of the great works within the canon of European literary classic and Victorian era novel, it stands as a bridge between cultures, offering a rare glimpse into the complexities of an Egyptian historical setting through the lens of nineteenth-century imagination. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, appealing to those who cherish classical literature, cultural heritage fiction, and the enduring allure of the ancient world.

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