| Author |
Thomas, Lowell, 1892-1981 |
| LoC No. |
24022807
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| Title |
With Lawrence in Arabia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer.
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| Summary |
"With Lawrence in Arabia" by Lowell Thomas is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the events of World War I from the perspective of Colonel T.E. Lawrence and highlights his pivotal role in the Arab Revolt against Ottoman rule. The book not only recounts Lawrence’s adventures but also delves into the lives of various characters involved in this significant historical moment, particularly focusing on Lawrence's unique background and contributions. The beginning of the narrative introduces the author’s journey to document the events of the Great War and Lawrence's covert operations in the Arabian desert. It details the author's meeting with Lawrence in Jerusalem, illustrating Lawrence's enigmatic character and his distinguished position as a leader among the Arab tribes. The text describes a vibrant tapestry of life in Jerusalem, contrasting the traditional customs prevalent among the various ethnic groups living there. As the story unfolds, it sets the stage for Lawrence’s eventual leadership role in uniting the Arab forces against the Turks, suggesting an epic tale that intertwines personal bravery with a broader historical struggle for freedom in Arabia. (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 |
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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| Subject |
British -- Middle East -- History -- 20th century
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| Subject |
Middle East specialists -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Subject |
Archaeologists -- Middle East -- Biography
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Arab countries
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
61428 |
| Release Date |
Feb 17, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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