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Lawrence of Arabia : The Authorized Biography of T.E. Lawrence

by Jeremy Wilson
Lawrence of Arabia : The Authorized Biography of T.E. Lawrence - Thryft
Lawrence of Arabia : The Authorized Biography of T.E. Lawrence - Thryft

Tragic idealist's journey from myth to reality.

If you've ever been captivated by the larger-than-life figure of Lawrence of Arabia, this biography is a deep dive into the man behind the legend. Jeremy Wilson had unparalleled access to Lawrence's personal letters, photographs, and documents that were previously cloaked in secrecy. Unraveling the myths, this book presents a complex person shaped by his successes, his inner turmoil, and his unyielding integrity when it came to Arab self-determination. It transforms the romanticized image of T.E. Lawrence into a portrait of a tragic idealist, revealing insights that only an authorized biographer could provide. If you're a history enthusiast or someone fascinated by the intertwining of personal struggle with historic events, this detailed account won't just educate you—it'll also redefine what you thought you knew about this enigmatic figure.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Lawrence of Arabia : The Authorized Biography of T.E. Lawrence

by Jeremy Wilson
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ISBN: 9780689119347
Authors: Jeremy Wilson
Publisher: Atheneum/Macmillan Publishing Company
Date of Publication: 1990-05-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History
Related Topics: Biography, Historical, War
Goodreads rating: 4.09
(rated by 481 readers)

Description

The authorized biography of the legendary and paradoxical Lawrence of Arabia contains the photographs, letters, and other documents never before researched or published. Illustrated.
 

Tragic idealist's journey from myth to reality.

If you've ever been captivated by the larger-than-life figure of Lawrence of Arabia, this biography is a deep dive into the man behind the legend. Jeremy Wilson had unparalleled access to Lawrence's personal letters, photographs, and documents that were previously cloaked in secrecy. Unraveling the myths, this book presents a complex person shaped by his successes, his inner turmoil, and his unyielding integrity when it came to Arab self-determination. It transforms the romanticized image of T.E. Lawrence into a portrait of a tragic idealist, revealing insights that only an authorized biographer could provide. If you're a history enthusiast or someone fascinated by the intertwining of personal struggle with historic events, this detailed account won't just educate you—it'll also redefine what you thought you knew about this enigmatic figure.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.