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Revolt In the Desert

T. E. Lawrence

Publisher: T. E. Lawrence

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Revolt n the Desert - The Authorised Abridged Edition of 'Seven Pillars of Wisdom'. This is the autobiographical account of British Soldier Experiences T. E. Lawrence, while serving as an officer in connection with the rebel forces during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Turks in 1916-1918.

T.E. Lawrence, Also known as 'Lawrence of Arabia', wrote his memories of serving as official connection with the rebel forces during the Arab revolt. Possessed of a brilliant military mind and hum Region unparalleled knowledge and the Arab Peoples, Lawrence led a revolt to the charismatic Faisal I side, sounding the death knell for Ottoman empire and opening the way for a new colonial power in the region: the British.

Writing from memory after the original manuscript and detailed Were lost notes, Lawrence was Able to publish in particular a version Polished His autobiograhpical Account in 1922. And from this edition, he created the version in 1927, which would become a best-seller.

This historic and important work, vividly portrays some of the most turbulent periods of Middle Eastern History, offering a rich vision of the renowned National Heroes of Britain.
Available since: 05/19/2016.

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