The Egyptian Pillar (1907)

The Egyptian Pillar is a novel written by Irish poet and activist Eva Gore-Booth and published in 1907. The story follows the life of a young Irish woman named Mary O'Neill who travels to Egypt to work as a governess for a wealthy family. While there, she becomes fascinated by the country's ancient history and culture, particularly the story of the pharaohs and their great monuments.As she explores the country and learns more about its past, Mary becomes increasingly drawn to a mysterious Egyptian man named Ahmed, who is involved in the struggle for Egyptian independence from British rule. Despite the cultural and political barriers between them, Mary and Ahmed fall in love and become involved in the fight for Egyptian liberation.The novel is notable for its exploration of themes of colonialism, imperialism, and cultural exchange, as well as its portrayal of the complex relationships between people from different cultures and backgrounds. It also offers a vivid and detailed depiction of life in Egypt at the turn of the 20th century, including descriptions of the country's landscapes, people, and customs.Overall, The Egyptian Pillar is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the intersection of love, politics, and cultural identity.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.