Donovan Pasha, and Some People of Egypt — Volume 2 by Gilbert Parker
"Donovan Pasha and Some People of Egypt — Volume 2" by Gilbert Parker is a fictional work set in the late 19th century, vividly exploring themes of colonial intrigue and cultural conflict. The story follows the character Dicky Donovan, a keenly observant and somewhat rebellious Englishman who navigates the complex social landscape of Egypt during British rule. The narrative delves into his encounters with various characters, including an orderly named Ibrahim, and
examines the rising tensions and potential rebellion brewing within the Egyptian society. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Ibrahim, who serves Fielding Bey but is suspected of harboring ulterior motives. Dicky Donovan, who is tasked with carrying out Fielding's inspections while he is bedridden, becomes increasingly aware of the unrest that surrounds them. Throughout the opening scenes, tension escalates as Dicky learns of a plot against Fielding, conveyed through a series of interactions and subtle observations regarding the political atmosphere. The vivid descriptions establish a sense of urgency and danger, drawing readers into the intrigue of colonial Egypt and the moral complexities faced by its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
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| Title | Donovan Pasha, and Some People of Egypt — Volume 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Fielding had an orderly -- The eye of the needle -- A treaty of peace -- At the mercy of Tiberius -- All the world's mad. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Egypt -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6257 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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