| Author |
Bell, Gertrude Lowthian, 1868-1926 |
| Illustrator |
Sargent, John Singer, 1856-1925 |
| Uniform Title |
Syria, the desert and the sown. German
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| Title |
Durch die Wüsten und Kulturstätten Syriens
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| Original Publication |
Leipzig: Verlag von Otto Spamer, 1908.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Durch die Wüsten und Kulturstätten Syriens" by Gertrude Lowthian Bell is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles Bell's experiences and observations as she journeys through Syria, focusing on the cultural and historical aspects of the people she encounters, rather than simply detailing the geography or itinerary of her travels. This book aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the region and its inhabitants through personal anecdotes and reflections. The beginning of this travel narrative introduces the author’s intent, where she expresses her desire to share not just a conventional travel description, but a vivid portrayal of the people and communities she encounters. She highlights the diversity of thoughts, cultures, and interactions in the region, especially noting the contrasts between Eastern and Western perspectives. As the narrative unfolds, readers are introduced to Bell's travel preparations, her experiences with local guides and companions, and her emotional responses to the landscapes and historical sites, setting the stage for a rich exploration of Syria's cultural tapestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Palestine -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Syria -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Syria -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Palestine -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Lebanon -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Lebanon -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Bell, Gertrude Lowthian, 1868-1926 -- Travel -- Middle East
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72025 |
| Release Date |
Nov 4, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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