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The great Arab singer Asmahan was the toast of Cairo song and cinema in the 1930s, as World War II approached. She was also rumored to be an agent for the allied forces during WWII. This work presents the story of Asmahan and her musical career, and the aspects of the cultural and political history of Egypt and Syria between the two world wars.

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'Thoroughly researched in a charming style ... a study of an extraordinary person.' Jane Jakeman, The Independent

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    A Paperback by Sherifa Zuhur


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      Publisher: Saqi Books
      Publication Date: 2/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780863563270, 978-0863563270
      ISBN10: 0863563279
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      Biography: arts and entertainment Music: styles and genres Musicians, singers, bands and groups

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The great Arab singer Asmahan was the toast of Cairo song and cinema in the 1930s, as World War II approached. She was also rumored to be an agent for the allied forces during WWII. This work presents the story of Asmahan and her musical career, and the aspects of the cultural and political history of Egypt and Syria between the two world wars.

      Trade Review
      'Thoroughly researched in a charming style ... a study of an extraordinary person.' Jane Jakeman, The Independent

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