The Tribute of King Hath
The Tribute of King Hath is a novel by Gilbert Parker that tells the story of an ancient Egyptian king who must make a difficult decision between his duty to his people and his own personal desires. The book explores themes of power, responsibility, and sacrifice as the king navigates the complex political landscape of his kingdom.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1908 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 1,086 words
First lines
Oh, bring to me a cup of gold, And bring a platter fair, And summon forth my Captain old, Who keeps the royal stair.
And fetch a stoup of that rare wine That hailed my father's fame; And bear some white bread from the shrine Built to my mother's name.
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The Tribute of King Hath is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gilbert Parker, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Poetry, Fantasy
- Length: 1,086 words
- Structure: 1 section, 31 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical context with references to kingdoms, battles, and political alliances.
- Romance — The plot centers around themes of love and marriage between kingdoms, with a focus on the king's devotion to the lady.
- Adventure — The story involves a journey, battles, and the quest for peace and alliance, typical of adventure narratives.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and poetic, with structured verses and a rhythmic quality.
Tags
historical fiction · adventure · royalty · betrayal · sacrifice · ancient civilization · political intrigue · courage · honor · loyalty · conflict · power dynamics
More by Gilbert Parker
- The Power And The Glory (1925)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 1 (1895)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 2 (1904)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 3 (1904)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 4 (1905)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 5 (1904)
- A Romany of the Snows, Volume 1 (1897)
- A Romany of the Snows, Volume 2 (1907)
- All works by Gilbert Parker