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Five Years in Damascus: Including an Account of the History, Topography, and Antiquities of That City: With Travels and Researches in Palmyra, Lebanon
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ArchaeologyGeneral Middle EastGeneral Middle Eastern History
ISBN13: 9781149146590
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Apr 22 2010
Pages: 430
Weight: 1.32
Height: 0.87 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Five Years in Damascus offers a detailed account of mid-19th century life and exploration in Damascus and its surrounding regions. Authored by Josias Leslie Porter, this first volume meticulously details the history, topography, and antiquities of Damascus, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of the city's cultural and historical significance. Porter extends his exploration beyond Damascus, recounting his travels and researches in Palmyra, Lebanon, and the Hauran, offering invaluable insights into the archaeology and societal structures of these areas.
This book is a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and anyone interested in the historical and cultural landscape of the Middle East. Originally published in 1855, this work provides a fascinating glimpse into a world long past.
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