Gertrude Bell
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: M. R. Ridley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Blackie & Son, Limited, 1941
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light soiling on cloth. Foxing on book block. Award plate on fep. Clean text.
Gertrude Bell by M. R. Ridley chronicles the extraordinary life of the pioneering British traveler, archaeologist, and political officer who profoundly shaped the modern Middle East. This compelling biography details Bell's intrepid journeys across deserts and mountains, her significant archaeological discoveries, and her pivotal role in the formation of Iraq. The narrative uncovers her remarkable intellect and unwavering determination, presenting her as a formidable figure whose influence extended from ancient ruins to international diplomacy. It illustrates how her deep understanding of tribal customs and regional politics made her an indispensable advisor to the British Empire. This authoritative account offers a vivid portrait of a woman who defied societal expectations and left an indelible mark on history.
Author: M. R. Ridley
Binding: Hardback
Published: Blackie & Son, Limited, 1941
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light soiling on cloth. Foxing on book block. Award plate on fep. Clean text.
Gertrude Bell by M. R. Ridley chronicles the extraordinary life of the pioneering British traveler, archaeologist, and political officer who profoundly shaped the modern Middle East. This compelling biography details Bell's intrepid journeys across deserts and mountains, her significant archaeological discoveries, and her pivotal role in the formation of Iraq. The narrative uncovers her remarkable intellect and unwavering determination, presenting her as a formidable figure whose influence extended from ancient ruins to international diplomacy. It illustrates how her deep understanding of tribal customs and regional politics made her an indispensable advisor to the British Empire. This authoritative account offers a vivid portrait of a woman who defied societal expectations and left an indelible mark on history.