
Petra, A Poem: To Which A Few Short Poems Are Now Added is a book written by John William Burgon and first published in 1846. The book is a long-form poem that describes the ancient city of Petra, located in modern-day Jordan. Petra was a city carved into the rock and was known...




Petra, A Poem: To Which A Few Short Poems Are Now Added is a book written by John William Burgon and published in 1846. The book is a long narrative poem that tells the story of the ancient city of Petra, located in modern-day Jordan. The poem describes the beauty and grandeur...

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This epic poem by John William Burgon is a vivid and romantic tribute to the ancient city of Petra, one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world. Burgon's stirring verse brings the city's monuments and history to life, and offers readers a glimpse into the...