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In the Shadow of the Mosque of Omar: Travels in the Near East

In the Shadow of the Mosque of Omar: Travels in the Near East

Cunningham, Bessie Mothersill

Hardcover

Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1258025981
ISBN13: 9781258025984
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 21 2011
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In The Shadow Of The Mosque Of Omar: Travels In The Near East is a travelogue book written by Bessie Mothersill Cunningham. The book chronicles the author's journey through the Near East, specifically Egypt, Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon, during the early 20th century. Cunningham's writing is vivid and descriptive, taking readers on a journey through the bustling markets of Cairo, the ancient ruins of Luxor, and the holy sites of Jerusalem. She also delves into the cultural and social customs of the people she encounters, including Bedouin tribes and wealthy merchants.One of the highlights of the book is Cunningham's visit to the Mosque of Omar, one of the most important religious sites in the Muslim world. She describes the stunning architecture and the peaceful atmosphere of the mosque, as well as the significance it holds for Muslims around the world.Throughout the book, Cunningham provides insights into the political and social climate of the Near East during her travels, including the effects of British colonialism and the tensions between different religious groups.In The Shadow Of The Mosque Of Omar is a captivating and insightful travelogue that offers readers a glimpse into a bygone era and a fascinating region of the world.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.

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