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1935 Seven Pillars of Wisdom
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A superb copy of the first impression of of T. E. Lawrence's iconic autobiography, with the scarce Memorial pamphlet.
The first trade edition of this work, first impression.
In the original unclipped dust wrapper.
'Lawrence of Arabia Memorial' pamphlet loosely inserted, discussing the space for his memorial in St. Paul's Cathedral.
‘Seven Pillars of Wisdom' is an account of the author's experiences during the First World War. He’s alleged to have embellished a lot of details in ‘Pillars’, though it still offers as an informative memoir about the war.
Illustrated with a frontispiece, forty-seven plates, four folding maps, and in-text illustrations.
Collated, complete.
Thomas Lawrence became famous in his lifetime for his role during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War, earning him the nickname ‘Lawrence of Arabia’. He is best known for this work. He also translated some novels during his time, included ‘The Forest Giant’, originally written in French by Adrien Le Corbeau’, and ‘The Odyssey of Homer’, originally in Greek. Lawrence has been immortalised in the 1962 film ‘Lawrence of Arabia’, in which he is portrayed by Peter O’Toole.
In the original publisher's cloth binding, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, very smart. Light marks to the rear joint and spine. Odd spots to the fore edge. Minor edge wear to the dust wrapper. Some spots to the wraps. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean.
Overall: Near Fine
- Creator:T. E. Lawrence (Author)
- Dimensions:Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1935
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- Seller Location:Bath, GB
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