Author |
Mühlbach, L. (Luise), 1814-1873 |
Translator |
Coleman, Chapman, Mrs., 1813-1891 |
Title |
Mohammed Ali and His House
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Note |
Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Note |
Translation of Mehemed Ali und sein Haus from German.
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Credits |
This etext was produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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Summary |
"Mohammed Ali and His House" by L. Mühlbach is a historical romance written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the early years of Mohammed Ali, a pivotal figure in Egyptian history. As a young boy, he is depicted with dreams of valor and leadership, navigating the tensions of his youth amid familial love and societal expectations. The opening of the book introduces us to a fierce storm while Mohammed Ali showcases his boldness by risking his life to prove himself to his peers and ultimately his mother, Khadra. As he defies the raging sea and returns triumphantly, he insists that his victory secures his place as the leader among local boys, foreshadowing his ambitious nature. The relationship between Mohammed and his mother is profoundly loving, with Khadra instilling hope in her son through dreams of greatness and prophecies of his future as a ruler. As the narrative unfolds, the reader is drawn into the complexities of Mohammed's character — a blend of determination, youthful pride, and the longing to elevate his impoverished family, setting the tone for his journey towards destiny and leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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Subject |
Muhammad Ali Basha, Governor of Egypt, 1769-1849 -- Fiction
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Subject |
Egypt -- History -- Mohammed Ali, 1805-1849 -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
3320 |
Release Date |
Jul 1, 2002 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 8, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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