Uarda

Uarda is a historical novel written by Georg Ebers, first published in 1877. Set in ancient Egypt during the reign of Pharaoh Seti I, the story follows the life of a young girl named Uarda, who is the daughter of a priest. Uarda's life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a young prince named Prince Rameses, who is the son of Seti I. The two lovers face numerous obstacles, including political intrigue, family conflicts, and religious differences, as they struggle to be together. Along the way, Uarda encounters a cast of colorful characters, including priests, soldiers, and slaves, all of whom play a role in shaping her destiny. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of ancient Egyptian life, with detailed descriptions of the customs, beliefs, and daily routines of the people of that time. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Uarda and Rameses navigate the complex world of ancient Egypt. Ebers' writing is highly descriptive, with rich imagery and a strong sense of atmosphere that transports the reader back in time. Overall, Uarda is a compelling and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Egypt.The great doors of the pylon were wide open, and afforded a view into the forecourt of the sanctuary, paved with polished squares of stone, and surrounded on three sides with colonnades. The walls and architraves, the pillars and the fluted cornice, which slightly curved in over the court, were gorgeous with many colored figures and painted decorations. In the middle stood a great sacrificial altar, on which burned logs of cedar wood, whilst fragrant balls of Kyphi.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.