"Halima And The Scorpions" by Robert Hichens is a story set in the Sahara Desert, focusing on Halima, a talented dancer, and the magical hedgehog's foot she believes protects her. This belief brings her popularity but also makes her a target of envy, especially from a singer named Ben-Abid. He doubts the foot’s power and uses scorpions to dramatically challenge Halima, leading to a deadly climax during one of her dances. The book explores ideas about what happens when people believe in fate, are too proud, and how cultural beliefs in the desert can lead to serious consequences.
Halima And The Scorpions 1905
By Robert Hichens
In the heart of the desert, a dancer's faith in a charmed object ignites both adoration and deadly rivalry, testing the strength of her beliefs.
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2007-11-08
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About the AuthorRobert Smythe Hichens was an English journalist, novelist, music lyricist, short story writer, music critic and collaborated on successful plays. He is best remembered as a satirist of the "Naughty Nineties".
Robert Smythe Hichens was an English journalist, novelist, music lyricist, short story writer, music critic and collaborated on successful plays. He is best remembered as a satirist of the "Naughty Nineties".
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