Lawrence of Arabia: The definitive 21st-century biography of a 20th-century soldier, adventurer and leader...

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Ranulph Fiennes

Lawrence of Arabia

The definitive 21st-century biography of a 20th-century soldier, adventurer and leader

Ranulph Fiennes

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Penguin Books Ltd
15 October 2024

Biography: historical, political & military; First World War; Geographical discovery & exploration

"An enthralling and illuminating biography of T. E. Lawrence - the inspiration for the iconic film Lawrence of Arabia - from \""The World's Greatest Living Explorer\"" Ranulph Fiennes

Co-opted by the British military, archaeologist and adventurer Thomas Edward Lawrence became involved in the 1916 Arab Revolt, fighting alongside guerilla forces, and made a legendary 300-mile journey through blistering heat. He wore Arab dress, and strongly identified with the people in his adopted lands.

By 1918, he had a e20,000 price on his head.

Despite people's fascination, Lawrence has long remained unknowable, one of history's most enigmatic explorers. But with in-depth knowledge of what it takes to venture into the unknown, this authoritative biography from explorer Ranulph Fiennes at last brings enthralling insight and clarity to this remarkable life."

By: Ranulph Fiennes
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 35mm
Weight: 500g
ISBN: 9781405945974
ISBN 10: 1405945974
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 15 October 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Ranulph Fiennes is the only man alive ever to have travelled around the Earth's circumpolar surface (more people have been on the Moon!). His record-breaking expeditions include travel by riverboat, hovercraft, man-haul sledge, skidoo, Land Rover and skis. He is also the bestselling author of titles such as Mad Dogs and Englishmen, Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know, and the biography Captain Scott.

Reviews for Lawrence of Arabia: The definitive 21st-century biography of a 20th-century soldier, adventurer and leader

An excellent guide to a colourful life for readers who enjoy tales of adventure in the desert sands * Telegraph * Praise for Ranulph Fiennes * - * Fiennes' own experiences certainly allow him to write vividly and with empathy of the hell that the men went through. * The Sunday Times * A valuable corrective to the trend of Scott debunking...One by one, and with the commendable attention to detail, Fiennes explodes the accumulated myths. * Sunday Telegraph * Sir Ranulph Fiennes has done Captain Scott's memory some service...he has certainly written a more dispassionate and balanced account than Huntford ever set out to do. -- Simon Courtauld * Spectator * Full of awe-inspiring details of hardship, resolve and weather that defies belief, told by someone of unique authority. No one is more tailor-made to tell [this] story than Sir Ranulph Fiennes * Newsday *