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LoC No.: 28011516
Title: Lawrence and the Arabs
Original Publication: London: Jonathan Cape, 1927.
Summary: "Lawrence and the Arabs" by Robert Graves is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the life and adventures of T.E. Lawrence, famously known as Lawrence of Arabia, detailing his influence on the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The narrative aims to paint a complex picture of Lawrence's character, his motivations, and his relationships with the Arab leaders he worked alongside. The opening of the book introduces the author's intent behind writing a comprehensive account of Lawrence after obtaining his consent. Graves describes Lawrence's multifaceted identity, emphasizing his self-imposed labels over time and his disdain for the glorification of his persona. The narrative reveals details about Lawrence's upbringing, his academic interests, particularly in archaeology, and his initial travels that ultimately set the stage for his critical involvement in the revolt. Lawrence's deep connection to the Bedouin culture, his remarkable physical prowess, and his psychological struggles between his dual identities as a Westerner and a companion to the Arabs are sketched out, laying a foundation for a deeper exploration of his role in shaping Middle Eastern history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Graves, Robert, 1895-1985
Contributor: Perry, Herry, 1893-1962
Illustrator: Kennington, Eric, 1888-1960
EBook No.: 74014
Published: Jul 11, 2024
Downloads: 479
Language: English
Subject: Middle East -- History
Subject: Great Britain. Army -- Biography
Subject: Soldiers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Middle East
Subject: Lawrence, T. E. (Thomas Edward), 1888-1935
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 28011516
Title: Lawrence and the Arabs
Original Publication: London: Jonathan Cape, 1927.
Summary: "Lawrence and the Arabs" by Robert Graves is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the life and adventures of T.E. Lawrence, famously known as Lawrence of Arabia, detailing his influence on the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The narrative aims to paint a complex picture of Lawrence's character, his motivations, and his relationships with the Arab leaders he worked alongside. The opening of the book introduces the author's intent behind writing a comprehensive account of Lawrence after obtaining his consent. Graves describes Lawrence's multifaceted identity, emphasizing his self-imposed labels over time and his disdain for the glorification of his persona. The narrative reveals details about Lawrence's upbringing, his academic interests, particularly in archaeology, and his initial travels that ultimately set the stage for his critical involvement in the revolt. Lawrence's deep connection to the Bedouin culture, his remarkable physical prowess, and his psychological struggles between his dual identities as a Westerner and a companion to the Arabs are sketched out, laying a foundation for a deeper exploration of his role in shaping Middle Eastern history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Graves, Robert, 1895-1985
Contributor: Perry, Herry, 1893-1962
Illustrator: Kennington, Eric, 1888-1960
EBook No.: 74014
Published: Jul 11, 2024
Downloads: 479
Language: English
Subject: Middle East -- History
Subject: Great Britain. Army -- Biography
Subject: Soldiers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Middle East
Subject: Lawrence, T. E. (Thomas Edward), 1888-1935
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.