The Land of Moab: Travels and Discoveries on the East Side of the Dead Sea and the Jordan

By Henry Baker Tristram and James Fergusson

Book Overview

The Land of Moab: Travels and Discoveries on the East Side of the Dead Sea and the Jordan is a travelogue written by Henry Baker Tristram. Tristram, an English clergyman and naturalist, embarked on a journey to explore the region of Moab, located on the east side of the Dead Sea and the Jordan River. The book chronicles his travels through this arid and rugged terrain, as he encounters Bedouin tribes, ancient ruins, and geological wonders. Tristram's observations and descriptions of the flora and fauna of the region are particularly noteworthy, as he was a respected ornithologist and botanist. He also provides insights into the customs and lifestyles of the local people, including their religious practices and social structures. Throughout the book, Tristram references biblical accounts of Moab, adding a layer of historical and cultural significance to his journey. The Land of Moab is a fascinating and informative account of a remote and little-explored region, written by a skilled naturalist and observer.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: 1417975423
• ISBN13: 9781417975426
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"