Excerpt from The Veil: A Romance of Tunisia
He was an elderly man, browned with weather, lined about the eyes through the constant wrinkling induced by the sun. Is companion, the officer, was about thirty years of age, alert, capable-looking, well-built; with restless, adventurous blue eyes thickly lashed with black - Celtic eyes which betokened at once instability and charm. Iie assisted the elder man to descend.
The road grows better in a short distance, said the Arab as he swung down from the box.
It was folly to attempt a camel track in this, the civilian grumbled again. By God, De Colombel, if I'd known we were in for this I'd have risked riding. The damage to one's spine wouldn't be half as serious as the injury done to one's temper.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book transports the reader to a time when the French Empire was expanding its reach in North Africa. Set amidst the stark beauty of the Algerian desert, the story follows a French officer, De Colombel, who finds himself entangled in the world of Si Ismael, a mysterious Arab leader who has embraced a mystical lifestyle. The officer is drawn into this world through his encounter with Mabrouka, a young woman who is imprisoned within Si Ismaelââ â¢s household. The author expertly crafts a captivating narrative, exploring themes of colonialism, religious fanaticism, and the complex relationship between the French and the Arabs. As De Colombel unravels the secrets of Si Ismaelââ â¢s life, he becomes increasingly fascinated by Mabrouka, whose spirit yearns for freedom and whose beauty and intelligence captivate the officer. The novel delves into the intricate workings of Arab society, the power of religious beliefs, and the clash of cultures between the European and Arab worlds. It offers a glimpse into a world of veiled women, forbidden love, and the allure of the unknown, prompting the reader to ponder the very nature of faith, freedom, and the constraints of tradition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243295104_0
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