Nile Days Or Egyptian Bonds: A Novel (1879)

By Emily Katherine Bates

Book Overview

""Nile Days or Egyptian Bonds"" is a novel written by Emily Katherine Bates and published in 1879. The story is set in Egypt during the late 19th century and follows the adventures of two British sisters, Edith and Ethel, who travel to Egypt to visit their uncle, Sir John. The sisters quickly become enamored with the exotic culture and customs of Egypt, and soon find themselves embroiled in a series of thrilling and dangerous events.As they explore the ancient ruins and bustling markets of Cairo, the sisters encounter a host of fascinating characters, including a dashing French archaeologist, a mysterious Egyptian prince, and a group of dangerous bandits. Along the way, they also learn about the complex politics and social hierarchies of Egypt, and begin to question their own place in the world as privileged British women.Filled with vivid descriptions of the Egyptian landscape, detailed historical research, and a cast of memorable characters, ""Nile Days or Egyptian Bonds"" is a gripping and entertaining novel that offers a unique glimpse into the world of 19th century Egypt.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166990869
• ISBN13: 9781166990862
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"