Tent Work in Palestine: A Record of Discovery and Adventure by C. R. Conder
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"Tent Work in Palestine: A Record of Discovery and Adventure" by C. R. Conder is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work details the author's journey and survey of Palestine as part of the Palestine Exploration Fund, blending personal experiences with descriptions of the terrain and ancient sites. The book aims to provide insights into the geographical, archaeological, and cultural aspects of the region, offering a vivid picture
of both its historical significance and contemporary landscape. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the expedition with the author's arrival in Jaffa, providing rich descriptions of the surroundings and the people he encounters, including Bedouin tribes and a diverse range of travelers. Conder captures the excitement and challenges of arriving at this historically significant port, detailing the treacherous landing and the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of Jaffa. As he begins his journey toward Jerusalem, the foreword informs readers of his professional background as an officer in charge of the survey, thereby establishing the credibility and depth of perspective he brings to the observations that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Conder, C. R. (Claude Reignier), 1848-1910 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Whymper, Josiah Wood, 1813-1903 |
| Title | Tent Work in Palestine: A Record of Discovery and Adventure |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Palestine -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46641 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46641-5 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 779 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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