Showing results for "Arabia" in Literature & Fiction

Ultimate soldier. Ultimate mission. But will the SAS succeed in freeing Oman from the deadly grip of fanatical guerrillas? In the arid deserts and mountains of Arabia a ‘secret’ war is being fought. While Communist-backed Adoo guerrillas have been waging a campaign of terror against Oman...

Arabia cuenta en primera persona la historia de un adolescente enamorado de la hermana de su amigo.

The bestselling author who made mincemeat of political correctness in Thank You for Smoking, conspiracy theories in Little Green Men, and Presidential indiscretions No Way to Treat a First Lady now takes on the hottest topic in the entire world–Arab-American relations–in a blistering comic...

The bestselling author who made mincemeat of political correctness in Thank You for Smoking, conspiracy theories in Little Green Men, and Presidential indiscretions No Way to Treat a First Lady now takes on the hottest topic in the entire world–Arab-American relations–in a blistering comic...

En este relato vamos a escuchar la historia de un joven muchacho y su primer amor en el oscuro Dublín de principios del siglo XX. El protagonista, cautivado por la hermana de su amigo, decide comprarle un regalo en el bazar oriental de Araby, creyendo que así la enamorara. La historia sigue su viaje lleno de esperanzas y su lucha por llegar al bazar, solo para enfrentarse con la desilusión cuando se topa con la cruda realidad del lugar y la revelación de sus propios ideales románticos infundados.

Dive into a captivating collection of romantic tales that, while lacking epic unity, evoke the spirit of stories like Morte dArthur by Sir Thomas Malory. The author has handpicked the most striking episodes to showcase the richness of Arabian literature, inviting modern readers to traverse a lost world filled with pastoral beauty and the fervor of ancient battles in primitive Arabia. - Summary by Epiphanius Wilson

Embark on a riveting coming-of-age journey set against the backdrop of the mesmerizing Arabian Peninsula. This tale weaves together themes of youthful heroism, wisdom, and resilience, reminiscent of the enchanting narratives found in One Thousand and One Nights. - Summary by Paul Welford

Dive into the rich tapestry of history with Volume III of The World’s Story, a remarkable 15-volume series edited by Eva March Tappan. This volume brings together a captivating selection of prose, poetry, and art that chronicles the vibrant cultures of Egypt, Northern, Western, and Central Africa, South Africa, and Arabia. Experience the stories, songs, and artworks that have shaped our understanding of the world from ancient times to the dawn of the 20th century. - Summary by Sonia. Cast list for The Death of Cleopatra Dolabella Tomas Peter, Charmian Monika M.C., Cleopatra Sandra Schmit, ...

Stone Arabia tells the story of a brother and sister, Nik and Denise, now in their 40s. Denise is the reluctant caregiver in the family, dealing with an ailing mother and single-parenting her 20-something daughter. Nik is a failed rock musician. Rather than confront his lack of success head-on, Nik creates a fictional world where his imaginary band releases records; they're reviewed; there's correspondence with "fans"; fawning press coverage; and more. It's all very ornate, and somewhat charming; if also deranged.

Arabia nos narra el amor de un muchacho dublines por una muchacha de su barrio, y las peripecias que el primero debe pasar para encontrarla en una feria llamada Arabia. La historia describe muy bien la dinamica de una familia Irlandesa, con caracteristicas muy comunes a muchas otras culturas.

Khaled is a genie who has fallen in love with the beautiful Zehowah, the only child of the powerful Sultan of Nejed. Zehowah is courted by suitors from far and wide. When she seems inclined to accept the proposal of a handsome Indian prince, Khaled, with his special powers, recognizes the prince's deceitful nature and whisks him into the desert to kill and bury him. In consequence, Khaled is punished by losing his rank as a genie and is given the body of a human, though without a soul, which he can obtain only if he wins the love of the proud and headstrong princess Zehowah.

Khaled, A Tale of Arabia is an enchanting fantasy about a powerful jinn who, after saving a princess from deception, wishes to become human to win her love. Granted mortal form, Khaled embarks on a journey of devotion, adventure, and self-discovery in the heart of Arabia.