One of the most fascinating works to fall into obscurity almost
immediately after its initial publication, this 1886 autobiography
by EMILY RUETE (1844-1924)-born in Zanzibar as Salamah bint Said, a
princess of that realm as well as of Oman-offers a surprising
perspective on the experiences of women in the Arab world in the
later 19th century. Translated by LIONEL STRACHEY (1864-1927) from
the original Germany-Ruete settled in Europe after becoming a
Christian-and first brought to readers of English in 1907-it gives
us an intimate view on: [ life in an Arabian household [ the Arab
love affair with horses [ divorce in the East [ ceremonies for
newborn babies [ female fashions in Arabia [ the social position of
women in the East [ Muslin festivals [ the author's escape to
Europe [ and much more. In this era of renewed contention between
East and West, this captivating book allows us a new historical
outlook on a still-secretive culture.
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