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Memoirs of an Arabian Princess Emily Ruete
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Memoirs of an Arabian Princess
Emily Ruete
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.
| Mídia | Livros Hardcover Book (Livro com lombada e capa dura) |
| Lançado | 1 de novembro de 2009 |
| ISBN13 | 9781605207438 |
| Editoras | Cosimo Classics |
| Páginas | 244 |
| Dimensões | 140 × 216 × 18 mm · 444 g |
| Idioma | Inglês |
| Contribuidor | Lionel Strachey |
