| Author |
Graves, Robert, 1895-1985 |
| Contributor |
Perry, Herry, 1893-1962 |
| Illustrator |
Kennington, Eric, 1888-1960 |
| LoC No. |
28011516
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| Title |
Lawrence and the Arabs
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| Original Publication |
London: Jonathan Cape, 1927.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| 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.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
Middle East -- History
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| Subject |
Great Britain. Army -- Biography
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| Subject |
Soldiers -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Middle East
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| Subject |
Lawrence, T. E. (Thomas Edward), 1888-1935
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74014 |
| Release Date |
Jul 11, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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