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The Mercy of Allah is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Belloc, Hilaire (1870–1953).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Mercy of Allah" by Hilaire Belloc is a narrative work, likely composed in the early 20th century. The book tells an intriguing tale of a wealthy merchant named Mahmoud, who, despite his affluence, is portrayed as having complex perspectives on wealth, fortune, and divine providence. It appears to explore themes around the nature of riches, personal accountability, and the enigmatic workings of fate, possibly rooted in a Middle Eastern cultural context. The beginning of the narrative introduces Mahmoud, a successful merchant in Baghdad during the days of Abd-er-Rahman. As he recounts his life story to his seven nephews, he shares insights on the nature of fortune and misfortune, confessing that wealth is not easily attainable and is often dependent on "the Mercy of Allah." As he narrates, Mahmoud reflects on his humble beginnings and narrates the whims of luck that have shaped his journey, hinting at lessons learned from his experiences with greed and providence. The opening sets the stage for a series of adventures that promise to blend humor with deeper philosophical reflections on wealth and moral integrity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Mercy of Allah
- Author credits: Belloc, Hilaire (1870–1953)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Greed -- Fiction
- Merchants -- Fiction
- Middle East -- Fiction
- Satire, English
- Storytelling -- Fiction
- Uncles -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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