Sketch Of A Tour In Egypt And The Holy Land (1869)

By Henry Law Harkness

Book Overview

Sketch of a Tour in Egypt and the Holy Land is a travelogue written by Henry Law Harkness in 1869. The book provides a detailed account of Harkness' journey to Egypt and the Holy Land, including his experiences and observations of the local culture, history, and landmarks.Harkness' tour begins in Cairo, where he describes the bustling streets and markets, as well as the ancient pyramids and temples. He then travels to the Sinai Peninsula, where he visits the legendary Mount Sinai and the ancient monastery of St. Catherine.The book also includes Harkness' travels through Palestine and Israel, where he visits the holy city of Jerusalem and describes the religious significance of the various sites, such as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Western Wall.Throughout the book, Harkness provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and architecture of the region, as well as the customs and traditions of the local people. He also shares his thoughts on the political and social climate of the time, including the impact of colonialism and the ongoing conflicts between different religious groups.Overall, Sketch of a Tour in Egypt and the Holy Land is a fascinating and informative account of a journey through some of the most historically and culturally significant regions of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164150898
• ISBN13: 9781164150893
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"