Reseña del libro "Isis (1862) (en Inglés)"
Isis is a novel written by Auguste Villiers de L'Isle-Adam and published in 1862. The story takes place in ancient Egypt and follows the life of the protagonist, Horus, who is the son of the Pharaoh. Horus falls in love with the beautiful Isis, a priestess of the goddess of the same name. However, their love is forbidden by the laws of the land and they face many obstacles in their quest to be together.As the story progresses, Horus becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and power struggles within the royal court. He is forced to navigate treacherous waters as he tries to protect his love and his family from those who seek to harm them. Meanwhile, Isis must also fight to maintain her position as a priestess and protect her people from the dangers that threaten them.The novel is a blend of historical fiction, romance, and adventure. De L'Isle-Adam's writing is vivid and descriptive, transporting the reader to the ancient world of Egypt. The characters are complex and well-developed, with their motivations and actions driving the plot forward. Overall, Isis is a captivating tale of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power in a world where the gods and mortals are inextricably linked.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.
