Queen of the Desert :The Extraordinary Life of Gertrude Bell
Queen of the Desert :The Extraordinary Life of Gertrude Bell
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Published:
15 January, 2015
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Description
Queen of the Desert is the compelling story of Gertrude Bell, archaeologist, linguist, and author whose passion for the Arab peoples turned her into an architect of the independent kingdom of Iraq, a role driven by an unyielding spirit.
Drawing heavily on Gertrude's personal diaries and letters, journalist Georgina Howell paints an intimate portrait of a Victorian woman who gave up her world of privilege and plenty to navigate the complex geopolitics of the Middle East. On the pages of Iraqi history, Gertrude Bell leaves an enduring, indelible mark, seeing its first king Faisal safely onto the throne in 1921.
Originally published as Daugher of the Desert, Gertrude's powerful story is a compelling portrait of a woman who woman who transcended the restrictions of her class and age and in so doing created a remarkable and enduring legacy. Not all queens wear a crown, some carry a compass.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781447286264 |
| ISBN10 | 144728626X |
| Number Of Pages | 560 |
| Item Weight | 386 g |
| Product Dimensions | 130 x 197 x 36 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Pan Macmillan |
| Format | paperback |
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Author's Bio
Georgina Howell began working in magazine journalism at the age of seventeen. She was Fashion Editor of the Observer, Features Editor of Vogue, Deputy Editor of Tatler and a principal feature writer for the Sunday Times. Georgina Howell died in January 2016.