Pharos, the Egyptian by Guy Boothby

Name: Pharos, the Egyptian
Author: Guy Boothby

The story revolves around a young man who discovers he has supernatural powers and becomes embroiled in a battle between good and evil forces. His journey takes him from the streets of London to ancient Egypt, where he uncovers secrets about his past and confronts powerful enemies. The narrative explores themes of identity, morality, and the struggle for power.

By Guy Boothby · First published 1891 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Adventure, Historical Fiction · 21 chapters · 112,233 words

First lines

If ever a man in this world had a terrible -- I might almost go so far as to add a shameful -- story to relate, surely I, Cyril Forrester, am the one. How strange -- indeed, how most unbelievable -- it is I do not think I even realised myself until I sat down to write it. The question the world will in all probability ask when it has read it is, why it should have been told at all. It is possible it may be of opinion that I should have served my generation just as well had I allowed it to remain locked up in my own bosom for all time. This, however, my conscience would not permit. There are numberless reasons, all of them important and some imperative beyond all telling, why I should make my confession, though God knows I am coward enough to shrink from the task. And if you consider for a moment, I think you will understand why.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Guy Boothby
Date: 1891 CE
Language: English
Genres: Gothic Fiction, Adventure, Historical Fiction, Horror, Mystery
Length: 112,233 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,435 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Gothic Fiction — The novel features elements typical of Gothic fiction, such as a mysterious and supernatural atmosphere, and a focus on horror and the macabre.
Adventure — The plot involves thrilling and adventurous elements, including exotic locations and a quest-like narrative.
Historical Fiction — The story is set in a historical context, with references to ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Horror — The novel contains horror elements, including fear-inducing situations and supernatural occurrences.