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Set in 19th-century Egypt, this collection offers a rich portrayal of the country's culture and daily life through the eyes of a Victorian gentlewoman. Her insightful and empathetic observations provide a unique perspective on the social customs and landscapes of the time, reflecting both the beauty and challenges of Egyptian society. First published in 1875, these vivid descriptions invite readers to explore a historical context that blends personal experience with broader cultural insights.
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Last Letters from Egypt, Lucie Duff Gordon
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Last Letters from Egypt
- Subtitle
- To Which Are Added Letters from the Cape
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lucie Duff Gordon
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9781108026956
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Set in 19th-century Egypt, this collection offers a rich portrayal of the country's culture and daily life through the eyes of a Victorian gentlewoman. Her insightful and empathetic observations provide a unique perspective on the social customs and landscapes of the time, reflecting both the beauty and challenges of Egyptian society. First published in 1875, these vivid descriptions invite readers to explore a historical context that blends personal experience with broader cultural insights.