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Seven Pillars of Wisdom

by T.E. Lawrence
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789372270181
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: English Literature
  • Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Peacock Books
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 718
  • Original Price: INR 595.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 510 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Middle East / General, Middle East / Arabian Peninsula, and Military / General

“I loved you, so I drew these tides of men into my hands/and wrote my will across the sky in stars.”

Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence, first published in 1926, is a monumental account of the Arab Revolt during the First World War and a deeply introspective portrait of war and leadership. Set against the vast and unforgiving deserts of the Middle East, the narrative follows Lawrence's complex role in uniting disparate Arab forces against the Ottoman Empire. As alliances shift and the harsh realities of conflict unfold, he grapples with questions of loyalty, identity and the moral cost of ambition. Rich in detail and profound in reflection, this remarkable work continues to captivate readers with its epic scope, psychological depth and masterful storytelling.

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“Round this tent-pole of a military chronicle, T. E. has hung an unexampled fabric of portraits, descriptions, philosophies, emotions, adventures, dreams.”

—E. M. Forster

T. E. Lawrence (1888–1935), also known as Thomas Edward Lawrence and famously remembered as “Lawrence of Arabia,” was a British archaeologist, army officer, diplomat and writer. Born in Tremadog, Wales, he studied history at Oxford, where he developed a deep interest in the Middle East. Prior to the First World War, he worked as an archaeologist in Syria, gaining extensive knowledge of the region, its languages and cultures—experience that would later shape his military and literary career.

During the First World War, Lawrence played a significant role in the Arab Revolt (1916–1918), acting as a liaison between British forces and Arab leaders in their campaign against the Ottoman Empire. His unconventional strategies, deep cultural understanding and complex personal convictions earned him both admiration and controversy. After the war, he worked briefly in government and later enlisted in the Royal Air Force under an assumed name, seeking a quieter life away from public attention.

  • Lawrence’s most celebrated work, Seven Pillars of Wisdom, is a vivid and introspective account of his wartime experiences. Blending historical narrative with philosophical reflection, it explores themes of identity, loyalty and the moral ambiguities of war. His other writings, including Revolt in the Desert and The Mint, further reveal his literary talent and complex personality. Lawrence’s legacy endures as both a pivotal historical figure and a compelling voice in modern war literature.

      Noteworthy works by T. E. Lawrence:
    • Revolt in the Desert (1927)
    • Crusader Castles (posthumously published, 1936)
    • The Mint (posthumously published, 1955)

    • Author’s Preface
    • Introductory Chapter
    • Introductory : Foundations of Revolt
    • 1.The Discovery of Feisal
    • 2.Opening the Arab Offensive
    • 3.A Railway Diversion
    • 4.Extending to Akaba
    • 5.Marking Time
    • 6.The Raid upon the Bridges
    • 7.The Dead Sea Campaign
    • 8.The Ruin of High Hope
    • 9.Balancing for a Last Effort
    • 10.The House is Perfected
    • 11.Epilogue
    • Appendix I
    • Appendix II

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