My Lists
Featured Lists
REVIEWS
Library Journal
Starred Review on December 1, 2014 | Social Sciences
The dramatic exploits of T.E. Lawrence (1888–1935) during World War I are widely known; however, journalist Sattin (The Gates of Africa) reaches further back; his engaging portrait covers the maturation of the young Lawrence and illuminates his intellectual and emotional connections with Arab culture. Sattin avoids glib psychological speculation but links Lawrence's upbringing in a self-isolating and unconventional family to his happiness livi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More