Isis is a novel written by Auguste Villiers de L'Isle-Adam and published in 1862. The story takes place in ancient Egypt and follows the life of the protagonist, Horus, who is the son of the Pharaoh. Horus falls in love with the beautiful Isis, a priestess of the goddess of the same name. However, their love is forbidden by the laws of the land and they face many obstacles in their quest to be together.As the story progresses, Horus becomes embroiled...