Publisher's Synopsis
Under Crescent and Star is a historical novel written by Andrew Charles P. Haggard and first published in 1895. The story is set in Egypt during the late 1800s and follows the adventures of a young British officer named Hugh Marston as he navigates the complex political and cultural landscape of the region. Marston finds himself caught between the competing interests of the British Empire and the Ottoman Empire, as well as the various factions within Egypt itself. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful Egyptian woman named Zora, who becomes his guide and confidante. Together, they must navigate the dangers of espionage, betrayal, and war in order to protect their respective nations and find their own happiness. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of Egyptian culture and society, as well as its portrayal of the complex relationships between the various powers vying for control of the region.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.
