
The Jordan River holds great historical and religious significance. Through breathtaking photographs Carta's The River Jordan: An Illustrated Guide from Bible Days to the Present not only takes the reader on a virtual tour of the Jordan River, but also of the landscapes,...

The River Jordan witnessed the coming and going of many warriors, kings and prophets. Today the river marks the boundary between Israel and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with peaceful border crossings between the two states. Book jacket.