Mortimer, Favell Lee,  1802-1878 <br/><br/>
Far Off; Or, Asia and Australia Described :  With Anecdotes and Illustrations 

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<br/><br/> Release date is 2004-07-24 
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<br/><br/> "Far Off; Or, Asia and Australia Described" by Favell Lee Mortimer is a collection of geographical and cultural descriptions written in the mid-19th century. The work aims to introduce young readers to the rich history and significant events associated with various regions of Asia and Australia, with a specific focus on missionary efforts and the spread of Christianity.  At the start of the text, Mortimer presents a vivid illustration and exposition of the Holy Land, detailing various significant locations such as Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and the Dead Sea. She recounts a fictional traveler’s experiences in these places, emphasizing their Biblical significance and the current state of their inhabitants. The narrative provides a blend of religious sentiment and cultural observations, creating a portrayal of both the historical and contemporary situation in these regions while encouraging children to value truth over fiction in their early educational experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Index Terms: </label>Australia -- Description and travel Asia -- Description and travel 
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>DS  DU  PZ