{"product_id":"dreamers-of-empire-by-achmed-abdullah-paperback","title":"Dreamers of Empire, by Achmed Abdullah (Paperback)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDreamers of Empire\u003c\/em\u003e presents the captivating biographies of some of the British Empire's most daring adventurers and empire-builders. This volume explores the lives of men such as Cecil John Rhodes, a visionary and controversial figure in South African colonization; Richard Francis Burton, the famed explorer and translator of \u003cem\u003eThe Arabian Nights\u003c\/em\u003e; and John Nicholson and Henry Montgomery Lawrence, key military figures in British India. It also includes the tales of William Walker, a soldier of fortune, and Charles George Gordon, whose tragic fate in Khartoum became legendary. Each biography delves into the ambitions, exploits, and lasting legacies of these extraordinary individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAchmed Abdullah (1881-1945), born Alexander Nicholayevitch Romanoff, was a Russian-born writer of exotic adventure tales, often set in the Middle East, Asia, and other far-flung locales. Of mixed heritage, Abdullah's life and identity were shrouded in mystery, contributing to the allure of his works. His stories, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Thief of Bagdad\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Cat's Paw\u003c\/em\u003e, frequently explored themes of espionage, mysticism, and adventure, blending elements of romance and intrigue. He was a popular author in pulp magazines and screenwriting, with his tales being adapted into successful Hollywood films. Abdullah's writing style was noted for its vivid descriptions and action-packed plots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildside Press LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43184505946321,"sku":"9781434497413","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5981\/5377\/files\/9781434497413_FC.jpg?v=1784073055","url":"https:\/\/startlingstories.us\/products\/dreamers-of-empire-by-achmed-abdullah-paperback","provider":"Startling Stories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}