02343cam a22003133u 4500 43540 UtSlPG 20260610134011.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04013502 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DS Paxton, J. D. (John D.), 1784-1868 Letters from Palestine : Written during a residence there in the years 1836, 7 and 8 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-08-22 Produced by Heiko Evermann, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "Letters from Palestine" by J. D. Paxton is a collection of personal letters written during the mid-19th century. The work chronicles Paxton’s experiences and observations during his residency in Palestine between 1836 and 1838, highlighting his journey through various regions, including his initial arrival in Beyroot. The letters delve into the landscapes, cultural nuances, and the historical significance of the places he visits, presenting a vivid portrayal of life in that era. The opening of the book begins with the author recounting his arrival at Beyroot after a brief stay in Cyprus. He describes the anticipation of seeing Mount Lebanon, detailing the beauty and emotional resonance of the landscape that holds deep biblical associations for him. Paxton shares his initial experiences in Beyroot, observing the town's layout, the surrounding mountains, and the quarantine protocols in place due to a plague outbreak. Through rich descriptions, he captures the quaint charm of Beyroot and the challenges faced in adapting to the local customs and environment, setting a reflective and immersive tone for the letters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Palestine -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43540 84379 84379