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_aParker, Gilbert, _d1862-1932 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aDonovan Pasha, and Some People of Egypt — Volume 1 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-08-01 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aWhile the lamp holds out to burn -- The price of the grindstone and the drum -- The desertion of Mohammed Selim -- On the reef of Norman's woe. | |
| 508 | _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Donovan Pasha and Some People of Egypt — Volume 1" by Gilbert Parker is a blend of fiction and narrative non-fiction written in the late 19th century. The book explores life in Egypt during a time of British rule, showcasing the interactions and experiences of its diverse characters, particularly through the lens of Dicky Donovan, a central figure. Themes of colonialism, social dynamics, and human struggles against a backdrop of cultural richness emerge as the stories unfold. The opening portion introduces readers to the characters and setting, particularly focusing on the relationship between Fielding Bey and Donovan Pasha as they navigate the complexities of Egyptian society. The narrative hints at Fielding's distaste for visiting the disreputable town of Hasha, revealing his apprehensions through Dicky's observations and their discussions. As the plot thickens, the impact of their duties and the lives of those they come into contact with, including an English outcast known as the Lost One, highlights the moral dilemmas faced by the British officials. This initial glimpse into the intertwined lives set against the Nile's backdrop evokes a vivid picture of the struggles, contradictions, and undertones of hope in a foreign land. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 653 | _aEgypt -- Fiction | ||
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