A Question
A Question is a historical novel by Georg Ebers, likely written in the late 19th century, set in ancient Syracuse. The narrative centers on the wealthy household of Lysander, particularly focusing on his daughter Xanthe and her complex feelings towards her cousin Phaon, alongside the arrival of the handsome Leonax from Messina. The story explores themes of familial loyalty, romance, and social dynamics against the backdrop of property disputes and personal tensions within the household.






