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Gertrude Bell: Queen of the Desert, Shaper of NationsA marvelous tale of an adventurous life of great historical import She has been called the female Lawrence of Arabia, which, while not inaccurate, fails to give Gertrude Bell her due. She was at one time the most powerful woman in the British Empire: a nation builder, the driving force behind the creation of modern day Iraq. Born in 1868 into a world of privilege, Bell turned her back on Victorian society, choosing to read history at Oxford and going
A marvelous tale of an adventurous life of great historical import
She has been called the female Lawrence of Arabia, which, while not inaccurate, fails to give Gertrude Bell her due. She was at one time the most powerful woman in the British Empire: a nation builder, the driving force behind the creation of modern-day Iraq. Born in 1868 into a world of privilege, Bell turned her back on Victorian society, choosing to read history at Oxford and going on to become an archaeologist, spy, Arabist, linguist, author (of Persian Pictures, The Desert and the Sown, and many other collections), poet, photographer, and legendary mountaineer (she took off her skirt and climbed the Alps in her underclothes). She traveled the globe several times, but her passion was the desert, where she traveled with only her guns and her servants. Her vast knowledge of the region made her indispensable to the Cairo Intelligence Office of the British government during World War I. She advised the Viceroy of India; then, as an army major, she traveled to the front lines in Mesopotamia. There, she supported the creation of an autonomous Arab nation for Iraq, promoting and manipulating the election of King Faisal to the throne and helping to draw the borders of the fledgling state. Gertrude Bell, vividly told and impeccably researched by Georgina Howell, is a richly compelling portrait of a woman who transcended the restrictions of her class and times, and in so doing, created a remarkable and enduring legacy. ... there's never a dull moment in the peerless life of this trailblazing character. - Kirkus ReviewsBinding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Farrar Straus Giroux
Published: 04/29/2008
ISBN: 9780374531355
Pages: 481
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.45w x 0.92d
Review Citations: New York Times Book Review 07/27/2008 pg. 24
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Essential Emergency Kit That Every Vehicle Should Have
After experiencing a flat tire on a remote highway late at night, I realized how unprepared I was for roadside emergencies. That experience led me to purchase the AUTOWN Flat Tire Repair Kit, and I'm incredibly grateful to now have this comprehensive solution in my vehicle. This kit has already saved me twice from having to call for expensive roadside assistance, and the peace of mind it provides is absolutely priceless.
The 31-piece kit is impressively complete. It includes everything you need to handle a flat tire emergency, from the tire plugs themselves to insertion tools, rasps, and even extras that many cheaper kits omit. The variety of plug sizes means you can handle different types of punctures, and having multiple plugs means you're prepared for more than one emergency before needing to restock.
What sets this kit apart is the quality of the tools. The T-handle insertion tool feels solid and well-made, not like the flimsy plastic tools that come with some budget kits. The reamer tool cuts through damaged rubber cleanly and efficiently, making it easy to prepare the puncture hole for the plug. Having used cheaper tire repair kits in the past that broke during use, I really appreciate the durability and reliability of these tools.
The storage case is another thoughtful feature that makes this kit practical for vehicle storage. Everything fits neatly in the organized case with dedicated spaces for each component, which means you can quickly find what you need during an emergency. The case is compact enough to fit in a glove box or under a seat, but it's also rugged enough to withstand being rattled around in a trunk without falling apart.
Using this kit is surprisingly straightforward, even for someone without extensive automotive experience. The process involves identifying the puncture, using the reamer to prepare the hole, inserting the plug with the T-handle tool, and trimming the excess. I was able to successfully repair a puncture on my first attempt following the basic instructions, and the repair has held perfectly for months of daily driving.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Complete and very handy tire repair kit
I bought this tire repair kit to keep in my vehicle for emergencies, and it has already come in handy. The kit comes with everything needed to fix a flat quickly, and having all the tools in one case is very convenient.
The plugs worked well and sealed the puncture properly, allowing me to get back on the road without issues. The tools feel solid and easy to use, even if you don’t have a lot of experience with tire repairs.
The case is a bit tight once everything is packed back in, but that’s a small issue. Overall, this is a reliable and practical kit that’s great to have for cars, motorcycles, or other vehicles. I’m very glad I bought it.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great in every way
Nice kit full of useful tools to fix punctures in tires better than anything I have ever tried before. The quality is pretty good - good enough to do what it’s supposed to do. It’s better if you fix your tire when it’s off of your car. It’s a lot easier to push the plug down when your standing and can use your body weight rather than laying on the ground in an awkward position and trying to push the plug in. I did the latter and it was not fun. I lived and learned. Anyhow, I wasn’t going to drive on rims essentially with a flat to get it repaired somewhere so this was a fantastic buy.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Nice kit
Nice kit, works well
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Does the trick
Perfect tools included for the job. Nice set, good price
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Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026