Bøger af Edwin de Leon

Askaros Kassis the Copt is a romantic novel by Edwin DeLeon set in the modern-day Egypt of the early 20th century. Askaros Kassis is a Coptic Christian who falls in love with a Muslim woman named Zohra. The book explores the tension between the two communities and the difficulties faced by lovers from different religions. This book would be of interest to readers looking for a blend of romance and cultural exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Edwin de Leon was a journalist, author, and diplomat who lived through some of the most tumultuous times in history. In this memoir, he recounts his experiences as a Confederate veteran, a Washington correspondent, and a diplomat in Egypt and Spain. An insider's look into some of the most dramatic events of the 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Under The Stars And Under The Crescent; Under The Stars And Under The Crescent; Edwin De Leon Edwin De Leon

Askaros Kassis, The Copt: A Romance Of Modern Egypt is a novel written by Edwin De Leon and published in 1869. The story is set in Egypt during the late 19th century and follows the life of Askaros Kassis, a young Coptic Christian who is struggling to find his place in a rapidly changing society.As a member of a minority religious group, Askaros faces discrimination and persecution from both Muslims and Christians. Despite this, he remains committed to his faith and his community, and he becomes involved in the political and social movements of the time.The novel explores themes of identity, religion, and politics, and it offers a vivid portrayal of life in Egypt during a period of significant social and cultural transformation. Through the character of Askaros, De Leon provides a nuanced and complex view of Egyptian society, highlighting both its strengths and its flaws.Overall, Askaros Kassis, The Copt is a fascinating and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in Egyptian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East, as well as those who enjoy historical fiction and romance novels.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.

THIRTY YEARS OF MY LIFE ON THREE CONTINENTS VOL. 1 By Edwin De Leon Excerpt from Contents CHAPTER I Apology for Writing Reminiscences Have seen and known so many Places and People My Parents and Early Training "Is the Child the Father of the Man?" Incident in Illustration The South Carolina University, Dr. Cooper President Dr. Lieber, Biographer of Professor Niebuhr Our Home Circle CHAPTER II Life on the old Plantation Thirty Years Ago Christmas in the Country White and Black, Master and Slave, how they live together Some Anecdotes of Negro Character, and of Southern Life CHAPTER III Early Wanderings Visit to Joseph Smith (Mormon Prophet) at Nauvoo, the original Holy City Arrival, Reception, and Treatment by the Prophet and the Saints What I Saw and Heard there from Both Personal Peculiarities of "the Prophet" Finale of Prophet and City CHAPTER IV My early Legal and Literary Experiences, Drift into Politics and Literature Invited to Washington by Southern Members of Congress to Co-operate with Them Washington and its Worthies in the Olden Times Clay, Calhoun, Webster, Soule, and his Duel with the French Ambassador at Madrid Sam Houston and Crockett CHAPTER V Literary, Scientific and Artistic Celebrities at Washington Hawthorne, Morse, Longfellow, W. K. Story, O. W. Holmes, &c. Friendship between President Pierce and Hawthorne My Reminiscences of Hawthorne in America, and in Italy His Introduction of the Marble Faun to me in the Vatican CHAPTER VI My first Glimpses of Lotos Land Seven days in a Dahabieh between Alexandria and Cairo Nights on the Nile Cairo as it then was My Official Reception by the Viceroy A Quarrel with the Viceroy A Strange History and its Sequel CHAPTER VII Shepheard's Hotel in the Olden Time Making acquaintance of "a Remarkable Arab," then fresh from Mecca! My English Colleague Sir Frederic Bruce We spent Summer at Cairo in Old Palaces, in Oriental fashion Our Mode of Life CHAPTER VIII Curious Characters at Shepheard's Thirty Years Ago Dr. Abbott Burton De Lesseps CHAPTER IX My Protection of Greek Colony Exciting Incidents What it meant Liberal Offers What Protection means in the East Dramas in Real Life CHAPTER X Visit Greece on Invitation of the King What I saw there The Athens of Thirty Years Ago, and the Court and People Reminiscences Decorated with the Order of San Sauveur Athens now and then. . . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Windham Press is committed to bringing the lost cultural heritage of ages past into the 21st century through high-quality reproductions of original, classic printed works at affordable prices. This book has been carefully crafted to utilize the original images of antique books rather than error-prone OCR text. This also preserves the work of the original typesetters of these classics, unknown craftsmen who laid out the text, often by hand, of each and every page you will read. Their subtle art involving judgment and interaction with the text is in many ways superior and more human than the mechanical methods utilized today, and gave each book a unique, hand-crafted feel in its text that connected the reader organically to the art of bindery and book-making. We think these benefits are worth the occasional imperfection resulting from the age of these books at the time of scanning, and their vintage feel provides a connection to the past that goes beyond the mere words of the text.

THIRTY YEARS OF MY LIFE ON THREE CONTINENTS VOL. 2 By Edwin De Leon Excerpt from Contents CHAPTER I Inside Confederacy The Rebel Capital President Davis and Secretary Benjamin send me through Blockade to Europe as Special Envoy My Program Go to Wilmington What a Confederate Cotton Blockading Port was like Curious Contrasts Earl of Dunmore as a Blockade Breaker The Steamer Theodora, "Pirate Maffitt," ordered to take me across How we Managed it under Fire, and reached Nassau CHAPTER II Interview with Lord Palmerston as to Southern Recognition His Argument and Mine Quarrel between Man and Wife Personal Appearance and Characteristics of Lord Palmerston, a Man who was young to the end Anecdote of Lady Palmerston CHAPTER III In France Public Opinion and the Press under the Empire The Press System Dardenne de la Grangerie of the Press Bureau Due de Morny, his Characteristics Count de Persigny Reminiscences of, and Negotiations with, the Emperor at Vichy for Three Weeks Garibaldi Breaks them Up My Impressions of Louis Napoleon Admiral Semmes' Last Night at Paris, before his Fight with the Kerseage His Characteristics CHAPTER IV Reminiscences of Thackeray and Laurence Oliphant and of Mrs. Oliphant Thackeray as he appeared in Private Life The Man as distinguished from the Author CHAPTER V Recollections of General Gordon and of Captain Burton during several Years' Intimacy with Both Personal Peculiarities and Anecdotes concerning the Two Attempt of Gordon to enlist Burton's Co-operation Why it failed Gordon's Methods and Burton's A Word as to Stanley's Lady Burton as a Woman and Authoress CHAPTER VI At Constantinople The City of Stamboul, and the European Colonies of Pera and Galata Fresh Impressions on and after Landing up the Hill to Pera What it is like CHAPTER VII A Friday Morning at Beschicktach The Sultan at his Prayers Incidents of the Ceremonial Abdul Hamid's Conduct on such Occasions His Personal Appearance and Peculiarities The History of Beschicktach, the Turkish Windsor Memories of Dead Sultans, and of one Buried Alive Artin Pacha Dadian, Under Secretary of State CHAPTER VIII A Summer on the Upper Bosphorus Up and Down in Steamer and Caique Therapia and Buyukdere, the Summer Resorts of the Diplomatic Corps, and European Society Admiral Hobart Pacha, Sketch of his Life and Character from Personal Observation. . . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Windham Press is committed to bringing the lost cultural heritage of ages past into the 21st century through high-quality reproductions of original, classic printed works at affordable prices. This book has been carefully crafted to utilize the original images of antique books rather than error-prone OCR text. This also preserves the work of the original typesetters of these classics, unknown craftsmen who laid out the text, often by hand, of each and every page you will read. Their subtle art involving judgment and interaction with the text is in many ways superior and more human than the mechanical methods utilized today, and gave each book a unique, hand-crafted feel in its text that connected the reader organically to the art of bindery and book-making. We think these benefits are worth the occasional imperfection resulting from the age of these books at the time of scanning, and their vintage feel provides a connection to the past that goes beyond the mere words of the text.

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Thirty Years of my Life on Three Continents; - With a chapter on the Life of Women in the East by Mrs. De Leon, in Two Volumes, Vol. II is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1890.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Under the Stars and Under the Crescent V2: A Romance of East and West is a novel written by Edwin De Leon and first published in 1887. The book is a love story that explores the cultural differences between the East and the West. The story follows the lives of two main characters, an American man named Jack and a Muslim woman named Zuleika, who fall in love despite their different backgrounds.The novel is set in the late 19th century and takes place in various locations around the world, including America, Europe, and the Middle East. Jack is a wealthy American businessman who travels to the Middle East for business, where he meets Zuleika, the daughter of a wealthy Muslim family. Despite their cultural differences and the disapproval of Zuleika's family, Jack and Zuleika fall deeply in love.The novel addresses themes of cultural clashes, religious differences, and the challenges of love in a society where social norms and traditions are deeply ingrained. The story is told through the perspectives of both Jack and Zuleika, providing readers with a glimpse into the thoughts and feelings of both characters as they navigate their relationship.Overall, Under the Stars and Under the Crescent V2: A Romance of East and West is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of love and cultural differences in a unique and captivating way. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the nuances of love and relationships in a multicultural world.In Two Volumes.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.

WORK IS IN FRENCH This book is a reproduction of a work published before 1920 and is part of a collection of books reprinted and edited by Hachette Livre, in the framework of a partnership with the National Library of France, providing the opportunity to access old and often rare books from the BnF's heritage funds.

Experience the desperate journey of a young woman, whose forgiving heart traps her between the profound love she has for her husband, and the constant abuse she faces at his hands.

One of the South's most urgent priorities in the Civil War was obtaining the recognition of foreign governments. Edwin De Leon, a Confederate propagandist charged with wooing Britain and France, opens up this vital dimension of the war in the earliest known account. This De Leon's memoir is rediscovered by William C. Davis.