The Holy Land And Its Inhabitants (1834)

By Stephen Greenleaf Bulfinch

Book Overview

The Holy Land and Its Inhabitants is a book written by Stephen Greenleaf Bulfinch in 1834. It is a historical and geographical account of the Holy Land, which includes modern-day Israel, Palestine, and Jordan. The book provides a comprehensive description of the region's physical features, including its mountains, valleys, and rivers, as well as its flora and fauna. Bulfinch also describes the various peoples who have inhabited the Holy Land throughout history, including the Canaanites, Israelites, Philistines, and Romans. He provides insights into their customs, religions, and daily lives, and discusses the impact of various historical events, such as the Crusades and the rise of Islam, on the region and its inhabitants. The book is richly illustrated with engravings and maps, which help to bring the Holy Land to life for the reader. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as those who wish to deepen their understanding of the religious significance of the Holy Land for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104394154
• ISBN13: 9781104394158
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"