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100 1 _aFinn, James,
_d-1872
245 1 0 _aByeways in Palestine
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-07-18
508 _aTranscribed from the 1868 James Nisbet and Co. edition by Les Bowler
520 _a"Byeways in Palestine" by James Finn is a travelogue and historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative chronicles Finn’s explorations and observations during his extended stay in Palestine, focusing on lesser-known paths and locations rather than the well-trodden routes and major cities. Through his detailed accounts of the land’s natural beauty, cultural interactions, and historical significance, Finn aims to provide readers with a unique insight into the character of the Holy Land during that period. The opening of the travelogue introduces us to the author’s perspective as he reflects on his travels through Palestine. Finn describes the vibrant scenery and the interactions with various peoples, including peasants and Bedouins, as he journeys through the terrain. He notes the rich agricultural potential of the land, despite its troubled governance and sparse population, revealing a strong appreciation for both the beauty and the historical weight of the locations he explores. Additionally, he shares personal anecdotes and encounters, setting a reflective and immersive tone as he invites readers to understand the region's significance beyond its biblical associations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPalestine -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22097
999 _c63241
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