The Governess In Egypt V2: Harem Life In Egypt And Constantinople

By Emmeline Lott

Book Overview

""The Governess in Egypt V2: Harem Life in Egypt and Constantinople"" is a book written by Emmeline Lott. It is a memoir of her experiences as a governess in Egypt and Constantinople during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part describing her time in Egypt and the second part detailing her experiences in Constantinople.Lott offers an intimate look into the lives of the wealthy families she worked for, including their daily routines, customs, and traditions. She also provides a detailed account of her interactions with the women in the harems, which were a common feature of upper-class households in Egypt and Constantinople at the time.Throughout the book, Lott reflects on her own beliefs and values, and how they were challenged and changed by her experiences in these foreign lands. She also offers insights into the political and social climate of Egypt and Constantinople during the 19th century.Overall, ""The Governess in Egypt V2: Harem Life in Egypt and Constantinople"" is a fascinating and insightful account of life in two of the most exotic and mysterious cities of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, culture, and the lives of women during this time period.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432660330
• ISBN13: 9781432660338
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"