Jimgrim and Allah's Peace (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Spy ThrillerBy Talbot Mundy
Length9h 37m
About this audiobook
Jimgrim and Allah's Peace is a brisk political adventure set amid the volatile aftermath of the First World War in the Near East, where British imperial administration, Arab nationalism, and religious tension intersect. Through the resourceful figure of James Schuyler Grim—Mundy's American-born intelligence operative—the novel blends espionage, frontier romance, and geopolitical speculation. Its prose is energetic, dialogue-driven, and steeped in the conventions of early twentieth-century imperial adventure fiction, yet it also registers anxieties about mandate rule and the fragile rhetoric of "peace." Talbot Mundy, born William Lancaster Gribbon in England in 1879, drew heavily on his years in India, East Africa, and the wider colonial world. His experiences with empire, combined with later interests in Theosophy and Eastern spirituality, shaped his fiction's unusual mixture of action, mysticism, and critique of Western arrogance. The Jimgrim tales reflect both Mundy's familiarity with imperial systems and his growing skepticism toward their moral claims. This novel is recommended for readers interested in classic adventure fiction, early spy narratives, and literary representations of the modern Middle East. While its period assumptions require critical attention, its narrative vigor and historical atmosphere remain compelling.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (39)
Includes Goodreads
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length9 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 20, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Jimgrim and Allah's Peace
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6CHAPTER ONE. “LOOK FOR A MAN NAMED GRIM.”
7CHAPTER TWO. “NO OBJECTION. ONLY A STIPULATION.”
8CHAPTER THREE. “DO WHATEVER THE LEADER OF THE ESCORT TELLS YOU.”
9CHAPTER FOUR. “I AM WILLING TO USE ALL MEANS—ALL METHODS.”
10CHAPTER FIVE. “D’YOU MIND IF I USE YOU?”
11CHAPTER SIX. “THAT MAN WILL REPAY STUDY.”
12CHAPTER SEVEN. “WHO GIVES ORDERS TO ME?”
13CHAPTER EIGHT. “HE WILL SAY NEXT THAT IT WAS HE WHO SET THE STARS IN THE SKY OVER EL-KERAK, AND MAKES THE MOON RISE!”
14CHAPTER NINE. “FEET DOWNWARDS, TOO AFRAID TO YELL!”—
15CHAPTER TEN. “MONEY DOESN’T WEIGH MUCH!”
16CHAPTER ELEVEN. “AND THE REST OF THE ACTS OF AHAZIAH—”
17CHAPTER TWELVE. “YOU KNOW YOU’LL GET SCUPPERED IF YOU’RE FOUND OUT!”
18CHAPTER THIRTEEN. “YOU MAY NOW BE UNSAFE AND AN OUTLAW AND ENJOY YOURSELF!”
19CHAPTER FOURTEEN. “WINDY BELLIES WITHOUT HEARTS IN THEM.”
20CHAPTER FIFTEEN. “I’LL HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT!”
21CHAPTER SIXTEEN. “THE ENEMY IS NEARLY ALWAYS USEFUL IF YOU LEAVE HIM FREE TO MAKE MISTAKES.”
22CHAPTER SEVENTEEN. “POOR OLD SCHARNHOFF’S IN THE SOUP.”
23CHAPTER EIGHTEEN. “BUT WE’RE READY FOR THEM.”
24CHAPTER NINETEEN. “DEAD OR ALIVE, SAHIB.”
25CHAPTER TWENTY. “ALL MEN ARE EQUAL IN THE DARK.”
26Analysis
27Reflection
28Memorable Quotes
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