Seven Pillars of Wisdom A Triumph - The Epic Memoir of Lawrence of Arabia and the Arab Revolt: A Triumph - Softcover

Lawrence, T. E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1617201812 ISBN 13: 9781617201813

Publisher: Unabridged Books, 2011

Synopsis

When T. E. Lawrence's Seven Pillars of Wisdom first appeared in 1922 it was immediately recognized as a literary masterpiece. In writing his extraordinary account of the Arab Revolt of 1916-1918 and his own role in it, T.E. Lawrence sealed his place in history and legend as Lawrence of Arabia. Widely regarded as the last great romantic war story and described by Winston Churchill as one of "the greatest books ever written in the English language," it conveys a world of wonders, written in the same committed fashion that Lawrence applied to his duties in Syria, this is a towering achievement of both autobiography and military history, as well as a first-rate adventure story, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is a must read.Wilder Publications is a green publisher. All of our books are printed to order. This reduces waste and helps us keep prices low while greatly reducing our impact on the environment.

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About the Author

T. E. Lawrence (1888-1935), known around the world as Lawrence of Arabia, was a British archaeologist, military officer, diplomat, and writer whose extraordinary life placed him at the center of one of the defining conflicts of the twentieth century. Born in Wales, Lawrence studied history at Oxford University and developed a deep knowledge of the Middle East through archaeological expeditions and years of travel in the region. During World War I, he became a key British liaison officer during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire, where his knowledge of Arab culture, languages, and politics helped shape his role as a military strategist and advisor.Lawrence is best remembered for his acclaimed memoir Seven Pillars of Wisdom, a powerful account of his wartime experiences and one of the great works of twentieth-century military literature. He also wrote Revolt in the Desert and produced translations and other writings throughout his life. A complex and often debated historical figure, Lawrence remains admired for his literary talent, strategic insight, and firsthand observations of war, leadership, and the changing political landscape of the Middle East.

Edition details

• Publisher: Unabridged Books
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1617201812
• ISBN 13: 9781617201813
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 548