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100	1		_aLoti, Pierre, _d1850-1923
245	1	4	_aThe Sahara
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2019-03-17
508			_aProduced by Clarity and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520			_a"The Sahara" by Pierre Loti is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set primarily in the arid landscapes of Africa, particularly around St. Louis in Senegal, the book explores themes of isolation, colonialism, and complex human relationships against the backdrop of a desolate yet captivating environment. The narrative centers on Jean Peyral, a French spahi (cavalryman) who grapples with his love for Fatou-gaye, a young negro girl, while dealing with the emotional and physical challenges of living in a foreign land. The opening of the novel begins with a vivid and evocative description of the Sahara's desolation, painting a picture of a vast, endless expanse of sand and heat. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to Jean Peyral and his surroundings in the colony, where animals and humans alike navigate life under the oppressive sun. Jean reflects on his experiences, reminiscing about his childhood in France while confronting the stark realities of his present life. He meets Fatou-gaye, whose presence complicates his emotions and leads him into a world of love that contrasts sharply with his memories and longing for home. The beginning of the story sets the stage for an exploration of identity, belonging, and the often painful effects of exile. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSahara -- Description and travel -- Fiction
700	1		_aLamplough, A. O. _q(Augustus O.), _d1877-1930
700	1		_aLaurie, Marjorie
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59077
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