Geber: A Tale of the Reign of Harun Al Raschid, Khalif of Baghdad

Kate A. Benton

ISBN 10: 133006920X / ISBN 13: 9781330069202

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This captivating tale transports readers to the opulent reign of the Abbasid Caliphate in 9th-century Baghdad. Drawing inspiration from the legendary Arabian Nights, the author weaves a rich and immersive story around the enigmatic figure of Geber, a renowned astrologer and alchemist. Through Geber's quest to unlock the secrets of transmutation, readers are invited to explore the intricate tapestry of Islamic science, philosophy, and culture. As Geber grapples with personal tragedy and the demands of his powerful patron, the Caliph Harun al-Rashid, the novel delves into the enduring themes of grief, ambition, and the limits of human knowledge. Ultimately, this book offers a profound examination of the indomitable spirit that drives us to unravel the mysteries of life and our place within it. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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• Titolo: Geber: A Tale of the Reign of Harun Al Raschid, Khalif of Baghdad
• Editore: Forgotten Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2018
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 133006920X
• ISBN 13: 9781330069202
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: New
• Tipo di libro: print-on-demand item
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • Fantasy Fiction

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Excerpt from Geber: A Tale of the Reign of Harun Al Raschid, Khalif of Baghdad

It may be of interest to the reader to learn that the story grew out of a poem which Mrs. Benton had planned to write. But as her researches brought forth a wealth of material, and developed the possibilities of a novel, embodying the story of this time of romance; and she found that no one, apparently, had preceded her in the field; she took the character of Geber and, around it as a. Central figure, constructed her plot.

The circumstances under which the book was accepted are unusual. It was picked up by one of the publishers, on its submission, and examined with a curiosity aroused by a first work of such length. One chapter was read, and then another, and, finally, the manuscript was read from cover to cover, although the reader was pressed for time, the publishers being then engaged in moving their offices. On account of the length of the book, it was submitted to three readers, all of whom approved it.

A notable feature of the book is the number of original poems which the author has used to illustrate her mean ing and make complete her work. They are presented naturally, in accordance with the demands of the story, and, it is believed, breathe the spirit of the time and its verse.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.