by Pauline Gedge · Ediciones Salamandra · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788498152111
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«La dama del Nilo» is the historical novel by Pauline Gedge, published by Ediciones Salamandra in paperback (510 pages, in Spanish).
The action takes place in ancient Egypt and centres on Hatshepsut, a young woman of royal blood who ascends to the throne in a world dominated by men. To maintain power, the protagonist must face palace intrigues, enemies at court and military campaigns, while trying to enlarge the empire and secure her dynasty.
The novel was originally published in 1977 as «Child of the Morning».
Aimed at readers of historical fiction and those seeking a fictionalised approach to pharaonic Egypt and the figure of Hatshepsut.
Pauline Gedge is a Canadian novelist best known for her historical fiction novels, including the best-selling Child of the Morning, The Eagle and the Raven, her fantasy novel Stargate, and her Egyptian trilogies, Lords of the Two Lands and The King's Man. She also writes science fiction, fantasy and horror. Her 13 novels have sold more than six million copies in 18 languages.
