The Pearl-Maiden (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169325982)

The Pearl-Maiden is a novel written by H. Rider Haggard, first published in 1903. The story is set in ancient Egypt and follows the life of a beautiful young girl named Miriam, who is the daughter of a Jewish merchant. Miriam is known as the Pearl-Maiden due to her stunning beauty and her purity of heart.The novel begins with Miriam's father being killed by the Pharaoh's soldiers, leaving her alone and vulnerable in a world that is hostile to her people. Miriam is taken in by a kindly old man named Benoni, who becomes her mentor and father figure. Under his guidance, Miriam learns about the ancient Egyptian religion and culture, and she becomes fascinated by the mysteries of the pyramids and the pharaohs.As Miriam grows into a young woman, she attracts the attention of two very different men: the Pharaoh's son, Amenartas, and a young Hebrew warrior named Marcus. Amenartas is a powerful and wealthy prince who is used to getting what he wants, while Marcus is a brave and honorable man who is fighting for the freedom of his people.The Pearl-Maiden is a tale of love, adventure, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt. Haggard's vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of the time bring the story to life, and his characters are richly drawn and complex. The novel explores themes of faith, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.""I do not know; I only know this, that in that wall, as in others, a door will be found. Trouble not for the future, but leave it in the hand of Him Who shapes all futures. Sufficient to the day is the evil thereof. So He said. Accept the saying and be grateful. It is something to have gained the love of such a one as this Roman, for, unless the wisdom which I have gained through many years is at fault, he is true and honest; and that man must be good at heart who can be reared in Rome and in the worship of its gods and yet remain honest.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.

Author: H. Rider Haggard
ISBN-10: 116932598X
ISBN-13: 9781169325982
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 346
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.81d