* "Seven Pillars of Wisdom" by T.E. Lawrence: This autobiography by the real-life T.E. Lawrence (also known as Lawrence of Arabia) was published in 1926 and recounts his experiences in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. It serves as the core narrative inspiration for the film, though it takes liberties with factual details and characterizations.
* "The Mint" by Lowell Thomas: This book, published in 1924, was a non-fiction account of Lawrence's exploits in Arabia, written by the famous American journalist Lowell Thomas. It was highly popular and helped to solidify Lawrence's legend. The film draws heavily from Thomas's work, particularly for its descriptions of Lawrence's personal charisma and his ability to galvanize the Arab tribes.
While these two sources provide the foundation for the story, the movie "Lawrence of Arabia" is ultimately a fictionalized and dramatized version of Lawrence's life and actions. It takes creative license with historical events and focuses on cinematic storytelling rather than strict adherence to factual accuracy.