The Cat of Bubastes: Historical Novel

Name: The Cat of Bubastes: Historical Novel
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Rating: 4.3 (877 reviews)
Author: G. A. Henty

by G. A. Henty

Historical Fiction Young Adult

4.3 (877)

4.3 stars from 877 reviews. Top 91% of Historical Fiction books we track.

266 pages~4.4 hr readPublished by Dover Publications, IncorporatedPublished 1888-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy historical fiction set in ancient Egypt with real historical detail and adventure woven through the narrative.
You appreciate coming-of-age stories where young characters are thrust into adult circumstances and must grow up quickly.
You like stories about friendship across class and cultural divides, where loyalty is tested and proved through action.

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You want standalone historical narratives with no supernatural or religious elements beyond historical context.
You prefer contemporary settings where ancient history is just background flavouring.
You're looking for books with modern sensibilities about class and power dynamics rather than narratives that accept historical hierarchies.

About this book

After his father, the king of the Rebu, is killed in battle by the Egyptian army and the Rebu nation is conquered, young prince Amuba is taken captive to Egypt along with his faithful charioteer, Jethro. In Thebes, Amuba becomes servant and companion to Chebron, son of Ameres, the high priest of Osiris. The two boys uncover evidence of a murderous conspiracy within the priesthood. Before they can act, they accidentally cause the death of the successor to the Cat of Bubastes, one of Egypt's most sacred animals, and are forced to flee for their lives. With Jethro guiding and protecting them, the boys plan their escape from Egyptian territory and attempt to return to Amuba's homeland.

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