Donovan Pasha, and Some People of Egypt — Volume 4

"Donovan Pasha and Some People of Egypt — Volume 4" by Gilbert Parker transports readers to Egypt, during times of political challenges. It tells the story of Donovan Pasha, an English secretary working for the Khedive, and Captain Renshaw, an American consular officer. They find themselves in the middle of Egyptian culture and a mysterious man named Abdalla, who has a strong connection with the Egyptian people. The story explores ideas about who people are, the way power works, and the possibility of a revolution against colonial rule, setting the stage for rising conflicts and tension with the passionate speech given at Noor-ala-Noor's funeral.