Almoran and Hamet
1761 novel
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Almoran and Hamet is a 1761 novel by the British writer John Hawkesworth,[1] published in two volumes. Inspired by the style of Samuel Johnson's Rasselas it ran through six editions by 1796.[2] Following the death of their father, two brother battle for the Persian throne.
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| Author | John Hawkesworth |
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| Language | English |
| Genre | Oriental drama |
Publication date | 1761 |
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Stage adaptation
It provided the basis for the tragedy The Fair Circassian by Samuel Jackson Pratt successfully staged at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in November 1781.[3]
