02101cam a22003013u 4500 57857 UtSlPG 20260610134331.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PJ Hamilton, Terrick, 1781-1876 Antar: A Bedoueen Romance Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-09-06 Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Antar: A Bedoueen Romance" by Terrick Hamilton is a novel written in the early 19th century that delves into the legendary life of Antar, a renowned hero of Arabian folklore. The story explores themes of love, war, and social status, focusing on the striking character of Antar, born to a noble Arab father and a black mother, who rises above the prejudices and challenges of his heritage through valor and poetic prowess. The beginning of the book introduces the epic tale of Antar, outlining his origins and the cultural backdrop of pre-Islamic Arabia, characterized by tribal conflicts and heroic deeds. Readers are introduced to Antar as a formidable warrior and poet who not only faces external foes but also struggles with his own identity and societal acceptance. The narrative conveys his legendary exploits, including a fierce battle to protect his tribe and the women he cares for, particularly his love interest, Ibla. Throughout the opening, the foundations of Antar's character are established as he navigates the complexities of loyalty, honor, and the longing for acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Antarah ibn Shaddad, active 6th century -- Legends https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57857 98686 98686