The Memoirs Of Sir Ronald Storrs

By Ronald Storrs

Book Overview

The Memoirs of Sir Ronald Storrs is an autobiography written by Sir Ronald Storrs, a British diplomat and colonial administrator. The book provides a detailed account of Storrs' life and career, spanning from his childhood in England to his time as Governor of Jerusalem during the British Mandate period.Storrs' memoirs offer a unique perspective on the political and social events of the early 20th century, including World War I, the Arab Revolt, and the rise of Zionism. He also provides insights into the personalities of key historical figures, such as T.E. Lawrence (better known as Lawrence of Arabia), Winston Churchill, and King Faisal of Iraq.In addition to his diplomatic career, Storrs was also a writer and art collector, and his memoirs reflect his interests in literature and the arts. He writes extensively about his travels, his encounters with artists and writers, and his experiences as a collector of rare books and manuscripts.Overall, The Memoirs of Sir Ronald Storrs is a fascinating and informative account of a life lived at the center of some of the most significant historical events of the 20th century. It offers readers a unique perspective on the political and cultural landscape of the time, as well as a personal glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual.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: 1163170623
• ISBN13: 9781163170625
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 612 Pages
• Weight: 1.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"