Seven Pillars of Wisdom (1926) is the autobiographical account of T. E. Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia, detailing his experiences during the Arab Revolt (1916-1918) against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The book is part history, part memoir, and part philosophical reflection, offering insight into Lawrence's role in guerrilla warfare, his relationships with Arab leaders, and his internal struggles with loyalty, identity, and imperialism.