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Fine stories are told of the Bedouin Arabs. We have heard a great deal about these wandering tribes of the desert; of their hospitality to strangers; of their generosity; of their gratitude; of their affection for their fleet and beautiful horses; of the wild free life they lead. They will not allow themselves to be cooped up in towns, they will not even live in houses, but spend their lives in breezy tents, out on the wilds.
When girls and boys read these accounts their hearts glow at the thought of the happy life of the Arab children. No lessons to learn, no school to attend, no work to do. They course around on splendid horses, and their whole life is one delightful "camping out. " When they get tired of living in one place, they go to another. They dress gorgeously too! A loose, and gracefully flowing costume, made of "rich stuffs," and costly camel's hair cloth.