Isabelle Eberhardt

About

Isabelle Wilhelmine Marie Eberhardt was a Swiss explorer and author. As a teenager, Eberhardt, educated in Switzerland by her father, published short stories under a male pseudonym. She became interested in North Africa, and was considered a proficient writer on the subject despite learning about the region only through correspondence. After an invitation from photographer Louis David, Eberhardt moved to Algeria in May 1897. She dressed as a man and converted to Islam, eventually adopting the name Si Mahmoud Saadi. Eberhardt's unorthodox behaviour made her an outcast among European settlers in Algeria and the French administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Name Meaning

A female given name from French Isabelle, ultimately a variant of Elizabeth.

The name Isabelle is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French Isabelle, ultimately a variant of Elizabeth.". It is traditionally a female name.

Other famous people named Isabelle