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The Life Of Sethos V1 (1732)

The Life Of Sethos V1 (1732)

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ISBN10: 1166259056
ISBN13: 9781166259051
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 476
Weight: 1.91
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Sethos Volume 1 is a historical fiction novel written by Jean Terrasson and first published in 1732. The book tells the story of a young man named Sethos, who is the son of a high priest in ancient Egypt. Sethos is sent to study at a temple in Thebes but becomes disillusioned with the corruption and decadence he sees there. He decides to leave the temple and embarks on a journey of self-discovery, traveling through Egypt and encountering various challenges and adventures along the way.As Sethos travels, he meets a variety of characters, including a wise philosopher, a beautiful princess, and a powerful king. Through his interactions with these characters, he learns important lessons about life, love, and power. Along the way, he also discovers a secret society of priests who are dedicated to preserving the ancient wisdom of Egypt.The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of ancient Egyptian life and culture, as well as its exploration of themes such as morality, ethics, and the search for meaning in life. It is also notable for its use of allegory and symbolism to convey deeper philosophical ideas.Overall, The Life of Sethos Volume 1 is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on ancient Egypt and the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, philosophy, or ancient cultures.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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