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100 1 _aKelman, John,
_d1864-1929
245 1 4 _aThe Holy Land
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-11-13
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Holy Land" by John Kelman is a descriptive travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich tapestry of history, spirituality, and the geographic beauty of the Holy Land, with a focus on both its ancient significance and the impressions it leaves on contemporary travelers. Kelman contemplates the cultural and religious ramifications of the land, providing readers with a thoughtful and engaging narrative that bridges past and present. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone, as the author introduces his intention to describe the Holy Land through personal impressions rather than scientific discourse. He emphasizes the sacramental nature of travel in these sacred spaces, urging readers to engage with the land as it exists now, beyond their expectations or preconceptions. Kelman elaborates on the distinct color palette of the region's landscapes, describing how the unique tones embody the essence of Syria and invite a deeper understanding of its past. By interweaving personal anecdotes with historical context, he invites readers to experience the Holy Land not merely as a geographical location but as a living testament to millennia of faith and human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPalestine -- Description and travel
700 1 _aFulleylove, John,
_d1847-1908
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55958
999 _c96789
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