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The Pharaoh and the Priest
An Historical Novel of Ancient EgyptBy Bolesław Prus
Length24h 59m
About this audiobook
Bolesław Prus's "The Pharaoh and the Priest" unfolds against the rich tapestry of ancient Egypt, offering readers a profound exploration of the political and spiritual dichotomies that define its civilization. Through the intricate narrative and vivid descriptions, Prus masterfully intertwines historical fact with philosophical inquiry, using a blend of realism and symbolic storytelling to depict the struggles between the ruling Pharaoh and the influential priesthood. This literary work is set within the context of 19th-century Poland, reflecting the author's concerns about authority, individual freedom, and moral integrity, mirroring his contemporary socio-political landscape. Prus, a prominent figure of Polish literature, draws from his deep intellectual roots in philosophy and social criticism. His background as a journalist and novelist equipped him with a unique perspective on human nature and societal structures, both of which resonate throughout this book. The author's commitment to realism, coupled with his fascination with the past, led him to delve into ancient hierarchies, drawing parallels and highlighting the timeless struggles between religion and state. This compelling novel is highly recommended for readers intrigued by historical fiction that transcends its temporal boundaries. "The Pharaoh and the Priest" not only captivates through its vivid setting and engaging characters but also invites readers to reflect on the nature of power and belief, making it a pertinent read for anyone interested in the intersections of history, philosophy, and human values.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length24 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV
35CHAPTER XXXIX
2CHAPTER V
36CHAPTER XL
3CHAPTER VII
37CHAPTER XLI
4CHAPTER VIII
38CHAPTER XLII
5CHAPTER IX
39CHAPTER XLIII
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6CHAPTER X
40CHAPTER XLIV
7CHAPTER XI
41CHAPTER XLV
8CHAPTER XII
42CHAPTER XLVI
9CHAPTER XIII
43CHAPTER XLVII
10CHAPTER XIV
44CHAPTER XLVIII
11CHAPTER XV
45CHAPTER XLIX
12CHAPTER XVI
46CHAPTER L
13CHAPTER XVII
47CHAPTER LI
14CHAPTER XVIII
48CHAPTER LII
15CHAPTER XIX
49CHAPTER LIII
16CHAPTER XX
50CHAPTER LIV
17CHAPTER XXI
51CHAPTER LV
18CHAPTER XXII
52CHAPTER LVI
19CHAPTER XXIII
53CHAPTER LVII
20CHAPTER XXIV
54CHAPTER LVIII
21CHAPTER XXV
55CHAPTER LIX
22CHAPTER XXVI
56CHAPTER LX
23CHAPTER XXVII
57CHAPTER LXI
24CHAPTER XXVIII
58CHAPTER LXII
25CHAPTER XXIX
59CHAPTER LXIII
26CHAPTER XXX
60CHAPTER LXIV
27CHAPTER XXXI
61CHAPTER LXV
28CHAPTER XXXII
62CHAPTER LXVI
29CHAPTER XXXIII
63CHAPTER LXVII
30CHAPTER XXXIV
64IN THE COUNTRY GOD FORGOT
31CHAPTER XXXV
65A GIRL OF VIRGINIA
32CHAPTER XXXVI
66LAFITTE OF LOUISIANA
33CHAPTER XXXVII
67THE GOD OF THINGS
34CHAPTER XXXVIII,
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