Pharaoh

Young Ramses XIII ascends the throne of a mighty but fragile Egypt, only to find himself caught in a web of ancient power. The priests of Amun, led by the cunning Herhor, hold the real reins of state—controlling the treasury, the army, and even the gods themselves. Determined to restore the pharaoh’s authority and modernize his kingdom, Ramses wages a desperate struggle against an invisible enemy. But in a world where faith and politics are one, every move he makes is shadowed by prophecy, betrayal, and the weight of centuries. This vivid retelling brings Prus’s epic to life in clear, natural English, preserving the original’s drama, wisdom, and unforgettable characters. Part of Timeless Classics.