Seven Pillars of Wisdom, Part 1

Book info: Seven Pillars of Wisdom, Part 1 (Hardcover, 464 pages – Kessinger Pub, 2003) – Kessinger Pub, 2003. Language: Eng.

1935. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766139964. Volume 1 of 2. Includes Chapters I to LXXII. The seven pillars of wisdom are first mentioned in the Bible, in the Book of Proverbs. This volume presents the Arab Revolt and is a personal narrative pieced from the memories the author gained while with the Arabs as they fought. Contents: foundations of the Arab revolt; my first visit to Arabia; Feisal's first extension northward; concentrating against the Medina Railway; expedition against Akaba; exploiting the new base; failure of the bridges; a winter campaign; orthodoxy arrives; maneuvering for a final stroke; liberation of Damascus. Handsomely illustrated.