Around The Pyramids: Being A Tour In The Holy Land, And, Incidentally, Through Several European Countries, And Portions Of Africa, During T
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ISBN10: 1104022346
ISBN13: 9781104022341
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 26 2009
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104022341
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 26 2009
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Around The Pyramids is a travelogue written by Aaron Ward, detailing his journey through various countries and continents during the years 1859-60. The book primarily focuses on his travels through the Holy Land and Egypt, with a particular emphasis on the Pyramids. However, the author also provides insights into the cultures and customs of several European countries and portions of Africa that he visited during his journey.The book is divided into several chapters, each one detailing a different part of his journey. Ward's writing style is descriptive and engaging, providing vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and historical sites that he encountered. He also includes personal anecdotes and observations, giving readers a glimpse into his own experiences and thoughts.Throughout the book, Ward shares his fascination with the Pyramids and the ancient Egyptian civilization. He describes his visits to various temples and tombs, and provides historical context for each site. The author's passion for history and archaeology is evident in his writing, making the book an interesting read for anyone interested in these subjects.Overall, Around The Pyramids is a well-written and informative travelogue that provides a unique perspective on the Holy Land, Egypt, and several other countries during the mid-19th century. Ward's engaging writing style and passion for history make this book a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing or archaeology.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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