Letters To A Djinn (1922)

""Letters to a Djinn"" is a novel written by Grace Zaring Stone and published in 1922. The story revolves around a young American woman named Mary Fenwick who travels to the Middle East in search of adventure and spiritual enlightenment. While there, she becomes fascinated with the idea of a djinn, a supernatural being in Islamic mythology, and begins writing letters to one she believes to be real.Through her letters, Mary explores her own beliefs and desires, as well as the culture and traditions of the people she encounters on her journey. She also develops a complicated relationship with a British soldier named Captain Stuart, who becomes both her lover and her guide in the unfamiliar landscape of the Middle East.As Mary's journey continues, she becomes increasingly obsessed with the idea of the djinn and begins to believe that he is communicating with her through her dreams and visions. This obsession leads her down a dangerous path, as she becomes entangled in political intrigue and religious conflict.""Letters to a Djinn"" is a fascinating exploration of the clash between Western and Eastern cultures, as well as the complex nature of spirituality and belief. Stone's vivid descriptions of the Middle East and its people, as well as her nuanced portrayal of Mary's journey, make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, culture, and identity.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.