02182cam a22003133u 4500 8884 UtSlPG 20260610133227.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DS Burckhardt, John Lewis, 1784-1817 Travels in Syria and the Holy Land Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-09-01 Produced by William Thierens and Ann Westfall "Travels in Syria and the Holy Land" by John Lewis Burckhardt is a historical account written during the early 19th century. This work chronicles Burckhardt's extensive travels in Syria and the surrounding regions, highlighting the geography, cultures, and historical significance of areas that had been less explored by European travelers. The narrative promises a vivid portrayal of the landscapes and the intricacies of local life throughout the Holy Land and beyond. The opening of the book presents a well-researched preface detailing the intentions and background of the author’s travels. John Lewis Burckhardt embarked on his journey with the goal of gaining an intimate understanding of the Arabian culture and landscape, culminating in his documentation of his experiences and findings. He discusses his routes, detailing locations such as Damascus and the Anti-Libanus, while also mentioning various interactions with local inhabitants and their customs. This initial segment prepares readers for an immersive experience that mingles personal narrative with authoritative observations, setting the stage for an insightful exploration of this historically rich locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Palestine -- Description and travel Syria -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8884 50804 50804