"Affair in Araby" by way of Talbot Mundy is a gripping journey tale set inside the tumultuous and special panorama of the Middle East. The narrative revolves around the protagonist, Athelstan King, an Englishman who unearths himself entangled in a complicated net of espionage, political intrigue, and romance. King, an enigmatic undercover agent, is tasked with a project within the Arabian desolate tract, in which he turns into embroiled in a high-stakes plot regarding warring factions and competing pastimes. Mundy's novel is a fascinating blend of espionage, thriller, and cultural exploration, skillfully interweaving ancient context with exciting motion. The creator intricately paints a bright image of the Middle East, delving into the wealthy tapestry of its landscapes, customs, and various characters. As King navigates this perilous terrain, he confronts challenges that check each his wit and braveness, making for a riveting and unpredictable storyline. Throughout "Affair in Araby," Mundy masterfully captures the essence of the location's complexities, supplying readers a compelling story that mixes journey, espionage, and cultural perception, showcasing the author's adept storytelling and his capacity to craft an enticing narrative within a vibrant and enigmatic putting.
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Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
Dicke: 8 mm
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978-93-5995-097-6 (9789359950976)
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Talbot Mundy was an English adventure writer who was born William Lancaster Gribbon on April 23, 1879, and died on August 5, 1940. He lived most of his life in the United States and worked under the name Walter Galt. A lot of his work was in pulp mags. He is best known for writing King of the Khyber Rifles and the Jimgrim series. Mundy was born in Hammersmith, London, to a strict middle-class family. He went to Rugby College but didn't finish. He then moved to British India and worked as an administrator and then as a reporter. Moved to East Africa and got a job as an ivory thief and then as the town clerk of Kisumu. It was 1909 when he went to New York City in the United States. There, he was poor. His first short story was published in 1911 in Frank Munsey's magazine The Scrap Book. A friend had told him to start writing about his life. Soon, he was sending short stories and non-fiction pieces to many fantasy magazines, like Argosy, Cavalier, and Adventure. Mundy's first book, Rung Ho! came out in 1914. It was followed quickly by The Winds of the World and King of the Khyber Rifles, which were also set in British India and were based on his own life. They were released in both the U.S. and the U.K. and got good reviews.
