1906 GARDEN OF ALLAH FANTASY ROBERT HICHENS MOROCCO ARABIA SAHARA DESERT GIFT [Hardcover] ROBERT HICHENS [Hardcover] Robert Smythe Hichens

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Hardcover has some wear and fading. One page has a tear at the edge of it, all others are in good condition and clean. The binding is secure.

This 1906 edition of Robert Hichens’ “The Garden of Allah” offers a captivating glimpse into the exotic allure of the Sahara Desert and Moroccan culture at the turn of the 20th century. Hichens, a celebrated British novelist, drew inspiration from his travels in North Africa to pen this romantic tale of passion, spirituality, and self-discovery amidst the vast, untamed landscapes of the desert.

Set against the backdrop of the French colonial presence in Morocco, the novel explores themes of cultural clashes, spiritual awakenings, and the timeless appeal of the desert’s mystique. Hichens’ vivid descriptions transport readers to the sun-drenched dunes, ancient kasbahs, and vibrant souks, capturing the essence of a world that captivated Western imaginations.

This well-preserved copy, with its charming wear and secure binding, offers collectors and readers alike a tangible connection to a literary work that resonated deeply with its contemporaries and continues to inspire wanderlust and introspection today.