Tent Life in the Holy Land

By William Cowper Prime

Book Overview

Tent Life in the Holy Land is a travelogue written by William C. Prime, an American journalist and author, about his journey through the Holy Land in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences traveling through the region, including his encounters with the local people, customs, and traditions. Prime's journey takes him through various cities and regions, including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, and the Sea of Galilee. He describes the landscapes, architecture, and religious sites he encounters, as well as the challenges of traveling through a region with limited infrastructure and resources. One of the unique aspects of Tent Life in the Holy Land is Prime's decision to travel and live in a tent, which allows him to experience the region in a more authentic and immersive way. He describes the practicalities of living in a tent, such as setting up camp and cooking meals, as well as the emotional and spiritual impact of living so close to nature and the holy sites. Throughout the book, Prime also reflects on the historical and religious significance of the Holy Land, and the ways in which his journey has deepened his understanding of the region and its people. Tent Life in the Holy Land is a fascinating and insightful account of one man's journey through a region that continues to captivate and inspire visitors to this day.1859. Prime, a New York City lawyer, and his wife Mary Trumbull Prime were keen collectors of art and traveled extensively in pursuit of items for their collections. He wrote accounts of their travels in such works as Owl Creek Letters and The Old House by the River. Their travels to Africa and West Asia are recounted in Tent Life in the Holy Land and Boat Life in Egypt and Nubia.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: 1162760281
• ISBN13: 9781162760285
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 514 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"