Publisher description for Early travels in Palestine / edited by Thomas Wright.
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Nine daring explorers--from the seventh to the late seventeenth century--provide invaluable insight into the historical and intellectual climate of Palestine and the Holy Land, describing not only their surroundings but also the attitudes and sentiments of the people they meet along the way. Rich in personal experience, this volume will delight armchair travelers and adventurers and appeal to anyone with special interest in these ancient mid-eastern lands.
Library of Congress subject headings for this publication: Palestine Description and travel Early works to 1800, Middle East Description and travel Early works to 1800