The Hawk of Egypt by Joan Conquest

Set against the shimmering heat and ancient grandeur of Egypt, The Hawk of Egypt is a sweeping tale of love, honor, and intrigue in the tradition of the great desert romances. When a proud Englishwoman and a mysterious Egyptian nobleman cross paths in Cairo, their attraction ignites against a backdrop of political tension, family loyalty, and the unforgiving beauty of the desert. Joan Conquest's prose glitters with period detail, from the crowded bazaars to the silent pyramids, capturing an era when East and West met—and clashed—in drawing rooms and dunes alike. This edition presents the complete, unabridged original text, accompanied by a modern introduction that situates the novel in its historical and literary context, along with reader's notes that illuminate the customs, places, and references of the time. Part of The Founding Texts Library.