Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale (1894)
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ISBN10: 1436988705
ISBN13: 9781436988704
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.61
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781436988704
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.61
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale is a novel written by Charles James Wills in 1894. The story is set in the Middle East and follows the life of a young Englishman named Jack Vernon who travels to the region to seek adventure and fortune. Along the way, he meets a beautiful woman named Zuleika who is the daughter of a wealthy Arab sheikh. Jack falls in love with Zuleika and becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue and cultural clashes between the East and the West.The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and cultural differences between the East and the West. It also provides a glimpse into the societal norms and traditions of the Middle East during the late 19th century. The author, Charles James Wills, was a British writer and journalist who spent several years living in the Middle East. His firsthand experiences in the region are reflected in the vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and culture in the novel.Overall, Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the complexities of life in the Middle East during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as those who enjoy a good adventure and romance story.Of Events Occurring In The Experience Of A Lady Who Had A Unique Opportunity Of Observing The Inner Life Of Ladies Of The Upper Class In Persia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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