Bibliograph

Lawrence of Arabia, a biography, Ranulph Fiennes

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Lawrence of Arabia, a biography, Ranulph Fiennes

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Bibliography: pages 303-304

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individual biography

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Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Lawrence of Arabia

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

Ranulph Fiennes

Sub title

a biography

Summary

An enthralling and illuminating biography of T. E. Lawrence the inspiration for the iconic film Lawrence of Arabia from "The World's Greatest Living Explorer" Ranulph Fiennes. Coopted by the British military, archaeologist and adventurer Thomas Edward Lawrence became involved in the 1916 Arab Revolt, fighting alongside guerilla forces, and made a legendary 300mile journey through blistering heat. He wore Arab dress, and strongly identified with the people in his adopted lands. By 1918, he had a £20,000 price on his head. Despite people's fascination, Lawrence has long remained unknowable, one of history's most enigmatic explorers. But with indepth knowledge of what it takes to venture into the unknown, this authoritative biography from explorer Ranulph Fiennes at last brings enthralling insight and clarity to this remarkable life

Target audience

adult

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