Le roman de la momie by Théophile Gautier is a captivating and enchanting story that transports readers to the world of ancient Egypt. The protagonist, Cléopâtre, a mummified Egyptian princess, comes back to life in the modern world and recounts her life story to a group of French travelers. Through her narrative, readers are taken on a journey through the exotic and mystical land of ancient Egypt, filled with suspense, romance, and betrayal.

Gautier's vivid descriptions and detailed imagery bring the story to life, making the reader feel as though they are right there alongside the characters. The author's deep knowledge of Egyptian history and culture is evident throughout the book, adding an element of authenticity to the narrative.

The characters are well-developed and complex, each with their own desires, motivations, and secrets. Cléopâtre's story is particularly compelling, as the reader watches her navigate the treacherous waters of royal politics and power struggles in ancient Egypt.

Overall, Le roman de la momie is a beautifully written and engaging novel that will transport readers to a different time and place. Whether you are a fan of historical fiction, fantasy, or simply enjoy a well-crafted story, this book is sure to captivate and entertain.

Book Description:
Un riche lord anglais, Lord Evandale, découvre avec son ami scientifique Rumphius une tombe non profanée dans la Vallée des Rois. À côté de la momie, dont la morphologie réserve quelques surprises, un manuscrit ancient, qui retranscrit l'histoire de la belle Tahoser, fille du prêtre Pétamounoph, éprise de l'Hébreu Poëri mais poursuivie par les assiduités de Pharaon.
Ce roman plein de couleurs décrit l'Égypte ancienne d'une manière particulièrement poétique, et relate un événement historique lorsqu'un certain Mosché, aussi connu sous le nom de Moïse, décide de faire fuir son peuple de l'Égypte.
A rich Lord from the good society, Lord Evandale, discovers, with his scientist friend Rumphius, an intact tumb in the Kings' Valley. Next to the mummy, the morphology of which is a surprise in itself, lies an ancient manuscript. It tells the story of the beautiful Tahoser, daughter of the priest Pétamounoph, who loves a young Hebrew named Poëri, but is herself ardently wooed by Pharaoh.
This novel, rich and colorful, describes the antic Egypt in a particularly poetic manner, but also tells the tale of a certain Mosché, aka Moses, as he tries to get his people out of Egypt.
(Résumé par/summary by Nadine Eckert-Boulet)