Halima And The Scorpions: 1905: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Halima And The Scorpions: 1905 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hichens, Robert (1864–1950).
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"Halima And The Scorpions" by Robert Hichens is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the Sahara Desert, it explores themes of magic, superstition, and cultural conflicts through the journey of Halima, a beautiful dancing-girl. The narrative delves into her possession of a hedgehog's foot, purportedly blessed with miraculous properties by a renowned marabout, which ignites envy and scandal in her city of Touggourt. The story follows Halima as she displays the magical hedgehog's foot, drawing envy and ire, particularly from Ben-Abid, a singer who challenges her claim of invincibility. In a dramatic encounter, he produces scorpions to test her belief in the foot's protective powers, ultimately leading to Halima's tragic demise during a dance performance. The narrative intricately weaves the motifs of fate, pride, and the superstitions prevalent in the cultural fabric of the desert, culminating in a poignant reflection on the consequences of belief and societal expectations.
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- Title: Halima And The Scorpions: 1905
- Author credits: Hichens, Robert (1864–1950)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Sahara -- Fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Novels
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