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Can I read The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics) on EtoBox?
The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics) by G. A. Henty is a work of fiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics) about?
Chebron, the young son of an Egyptian high priest, and Amuba, a young slave in the boy's household, are close friends; but their lives are greatly altered when Chebron accidentally kills a cat, an animal held sacred by the ancient Egyptians. Forced to flee for their safety, the boys and their companions begin a long and dangerous journey. A thrilling adventure story, this is also a tale packed with historical facts. Among other fascinating details, young readers learn about the Egyptian religion and geography, how the Nile was used for irrigation, and how the Egyptians made war and were prepared for burial. A captivating book that accurately describes life in a once magnificent civilization, this volume will especially appeal to youngsters fascinated by the life and customs of ancient Egypt.
Who reads The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics)?
It is typically read by readers looking for immersive, entertainment-first reading.
Common subject areas: fiction, literature, genre fiction.
- Author
- G. A. Henty
- Publisher
- Dover Publications, Incorporated
- Published
- 2002
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780486423630
- Category
- work of fiction
- Subjects
- Fiction, Young Adult, Children'S
- Rating
- 3.86 / 5 (121 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14