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An Account Of Palmyra And Zenobia With Travels And Adventures In Bashan And The Desert (1894)

An Account Of Palmyra And Zenobia With Travels And Adventures In Bashan And The Desert (1894)

Wright, William

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Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1120145422
ISBN13: 9781120145420
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Account of Palmyra and Zenobia with Travels and Adventures in Bashan and the Desert is a historical travelogue written by William Wright in 1894. The book is a detailed account of Wright's journey through the ancient city of Palmyra, which was once ruled by the powerful queen Zenobia. Wright's travels also take him through the rugged terrain of Bashan and the surrounding desert. The book begins with a brief history of Palmyra and its significance as a center of trade and culture in ancient times. Wright then describes his journey through the city, exploring its magnificent ruins and the remnants of Zenobia's rule. He also provides insights into the culture and customs of the Bedouin tribes who inhabited the surrounding desert.Throughout the book, Wright vividly describes the challenges he faced during his travels, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous encounters with bandits, and the difficulty of navigating through unfamiliar territory. He also provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes and natural features of the region, including the majestic mountains and valleys of Bashan.Overall, An Account of Palmyra and Zenobia with Travels and Adventures in Bashan and the Desert is a fascinating and informative travelogue that offers a unique insight into the history and culture of the Middle East. Wright's vivid descriptions and detailed observations make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the region's rich history and natural beauty.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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