Lawrence of Arabia: My Journey in Search of T. E. Lawrence

ISBN: 1639365516

Author: Fiennes, Ranulph

Condition: New

A vivid and illuminating biography of the famed T. E. Lawrence, written by the world's greatest living explorer, Ranulph Fiennes.As a young British intelligence officer in Cairo, archaeologist and adventurer Thomas Edward Lawrence became involved in the 1916 Arab Revolt, fighting alongside rebel forces against the Ottomans. He made a legendary 300-mile journey through blistering heat; he wore Arab dress; and he strongly identified with the people in his adopted lands.By 1918, he had a 20,000 price on his head.Despite readers' long fascination in his story, Lawrence-one of history's most enigmatic adventurers-has long remained unknowable, But with in-depth knowledge of what it takes to venture into the unknown, this authoritative biography from famed explorer Ranulph Fiennes at last brings enthralling insight and clarity to this remarkable life.