Memoirs of an Arabian Princess (Hardcover)

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.

General

Imprint:	Cosimo Classics
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2009
First published:	November 2009
Authors:	Emily Ruete
Translators:	Lionel Strachey
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Sewn / Cloth over boards / With dust jacket
Pages:	244
ISBN-13:	978-1-60520-743-8
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Biography > General
LSN:	1-60520-743-8
Barcode:	9781605207438

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