The Pasha’s Web (1921)

The Pasha's Web is a novel written by Howard Bradshaw and published in 1921. Set in the early 20th century, the story follows the adventures of a young American named John Gresham who travels to Turkey to work as a journalist. Gresham becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and danger when he is hired by the powerful Pasha of a small Turkish province to help him modernize and westernize his country. As Gresham delves deeper into the Pasha's world, he discovers that the ruler is not what he seems and that his intentions may not be entirely honorable. Gresham must navigate a complex web of alliances, betrayals, and conspiracies as he tries to uncover the truth about the Pasha's plans and protect himself from those who would do him harm. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful Turkish woman named Zeyneb, who becomes his ally in the struggle against the Pasha's tyranny. The Pasha's Web is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. Bradshaw's vivid descriptions of Turkey and its people, as well as his insights into the political and cultural forces shaping the country at the time, make this novel a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, politics, or international relations.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.