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Behind The Veil In Persia And Turkish Arabia

Behind The Veil In Persia And Turkish Arabia

A. Hume-Griffith / AHume-Griffith / M. E. Hume-Griffith / MEHume-Griffith

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120266132
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''Behind The Veil In Persia And Turkish Arabia'' is a memoir written by M. E. Hume-Griffith, an Englishwoman who spent eight years living amongst the women of the East. The book provides a unique and intimate insight into the lives of the women living in Persia and Turkish Arabia during the early 20th century. Hume-Griffith describes in detail the customs, traditions, and daily routines of the women she lived with, including their domestic duties, religious practices, and social interactions. She also shares her observations on the political and social climate of the region during her time there. Through her personal experiences and interactions with the women, Hume-Griffith sheds light on the challenges and struggles faced by women in these societies, including the restrictions imposed by the veil and gender segregation. ''Behind The Veil In Persia And Turkish Arabia'' is a fascinating and informative account of a woman’s journey into the heart of the East, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.With Narratives Of Experiences In Both Countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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