Serapis

Serapis is a historical novel written by Georg Ebers, originally published in German in 1885. The story takes place in ancient Egypt during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian. The novel follows the life of the protagonist, Publius Cornelius Scipio, a Roman soldier who is sent to Alexandria to investigate a conspiracy against the emperor.While in Alexandria, Scipio becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships. He falls in love with a beautiful Egyptian woman named Melissa, who is also the daughter of a high priest of the god Serapis. Scipio's investigation leads him to suspect that the conspirators are plotting to overthrow the Roman Empire and establish an independent Egypt under the rule of Serapis.As the plot unfolds, Scipio must navigate the dangerous waters of Egyptian politics and deal with the conflicting loyalties of the people he encounters. He must also confront his own feelings for Melissa and his loyalty to Rome.Serapis is a richly detailed novel that immerses the reader in the world of ancient Egypt and Rome. Ebers' meticulous research and attention to historical accuracy make the novel a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in ancient history or historical fiction.He hastily put the phial to his mouth, and part of the liquid had passed his lips before Olympius understood the situation and seized his arm. The effect of the deadly fluid was instantly manifest; but Porphyrius had hardly lost consciousness when Apuleius had rushed to his side. The physician had succumbed to the universal panic and resigned himself doggedly to Fate; but as soon as an appeal was made to his medical skill and he heard a cry for help, he had thrown off the wrapper from his head and hastened to the merchant's side to combat the effects of the poison, as clear-headed and decisive as in his best hours by the bed of sickness or in the lecture-room.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.