""The Romance of the Harem"" is a non-fiction book written by Anna Harriette Leonowens, which explores the lives of women in the Ottoman Empire's harem during the 19th century. The author, who herself had lived in the harem of the King of Siam, provides an insightful and detailed account of the customs, traditions, and daily life of the women who lived in the harem. She delves into the complex relationships between the women and their male counterparts, the politics and intrigue that took place within the harem, and the ...
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""The Romance of the Harem"" is a non-fiction book written by Anna Harriette Leonowens, which explores the lives of women in the Ottoman Empire's harem during the 19th century. The author, who herself had lived in the harem of the King of Siam, provides an insightful and detailed account of the customs, traditions, and daily life of the women who lived in the harem. She delves into the complex relationships between the women and their male counterparts, the politics and intrigue that took place within the harem, and the struggles faced by the women in their attempts to maintain their dignity and independence. With vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, ""The Romance of the Harem"" offers a fascinating glimpse into a world that has long been shrouded in mystery and intrigue. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Ottoman Empire, women's rights, and the lives of women in the harem.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1873 Edition.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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Fine copy w/ just a small, harmless smudge spot on front, else as new. Edited by Susan Morgan. 8vo 8 3/4"x 5 3/8" burgundy cloth w/ red paper boards; gilt lettering on spine; red endpapers; "Victorian Literature and Culture Series"; 285 pgs w/ illus; reprints the 1873 edition; 31-pg intro; notes & bibliography; "the only western account we have of life behind harem walls in 19th century Thailand".
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