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Bell Gertrude

The Letters of Gertrude Bell 2 Volumes

Published: Ernest Benn, London, 1927

Edition: 1st

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Ernest Benn Limited, London, 1927. Hard Cover. Condition: Near fine. First Edition. Complete in 2 volumes. Books measure 24.5x16.5.cm. Collation, xiii, 402pp, vii,405-791pp, illustrations complete as index. Bound in near fine half leather with marbled boards. Internally fine.

Gertrude Margaret Lowthian Bell, CBE (14 July 1868 – 12 July 1926) was an English writer, traveller, political officer, administrator, and archaeologist who explored, mapped, and became highly influential to British imperial policy-making due to her knowledge and contacts, built up through extensive travels in Syria-Palestine, Mesopotamia, Asia Minor, and Arabia. Along with T. E. Lawrence, Bell helped support the Hashemite dynasties in what is today Jordan as well as in Iraq

  • Jacket Condition: N/A
  • Binding Condition: Near fine
  • Overall Condition: Near fine
  • Size: 8 Vo
  • Sold By: White Eagle Books
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  • Country: United Kingdom
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