The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics) by G. A. Henty Marriage & Family His book First City: Philadelphia

His book First City: Philadelphia and the Forging of Historical Memory is also available from the University of Pennsylvania Press

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The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Dover Children's Classics) by G. A. Henty Marriage & Family His book First City: PhiladelphiaChebron, 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,