Lawrence and the Arabs

"Lawrence and the Arabs" by Robert Graves is a historical book about the exciting life of T.E. Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia, and his important role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The author wants to show all sides of Lawrence, including what drove him, and his friendships with Arab leaders. The book starts by sharing background about Lawrence, like what he was interested in and how he saw himself, also discussing why the author wanted to write about Lawrence. It speaks about Lawrence's childhood, his love for learning about old civilizations, and the trips that guided him to join the revolt. It touches upon his bond with the Bedouin people, his physical strength, and his inner conflict as he lived between being from the West and being a friend to the Arabs. This all helps set up the story of how he changed the history of the Middle East.