A Visit to Bashan and Argob (Classic Reprint)

Algernon Heber-Percy

ISBN 10: 0282201580 / ISBN 13: 9780282201586

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book is an enthralling firsthand account of a Western archaeological and cultural expedition to the historical Bashan and Argob regions of Syria during 1894. The explorers, led by an experienced author, ventured into a remote and dangerous part of the world to study the region's rich ancient past and its significance within Biblical history. The expedition and subsequent book provide an unparalleled look at the region's largely unexplored archaeological sites, including ancient abandoned towns and villages, temples, and other structures. The author's detailed descriptions, maps, and photographs bring to life the fascinating history of these areas, from their origins as centers of various kingdoms and empires to their eventual abandonment. The text is enriched by the author's insightful discussions on the historical, cultural, and religious significance of the sites, weaving together Biblical references, local legends, and archaeological evidence. The book also explores the challenges and rewards of archaeological research in a region where political turmoil and cultural sensitivities often intersected with the author's explorations. Ultimately, this book is a valuable contribution to the understanding of the ancient world and the history of the Middle East, offering readers a unique glimpse into a region that has been largely forgotten by time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Visit to Bashan and Argob (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282201580
• ISBN 13: 9780282201586
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
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This book is an enthralling firsthand account of a Western archaeological and cultural expedition to the historical Bashan and Argob regions of Syria during 1894. The explorers, led by an experienced author, ventured into a remote and dangerous part of the world to study the region's rich ancient past and its significance within Biblical history. The expedition and subsequent book provide an unparalleled look at the region's largely unexplored archaeological sites, including ancient abandoned towns and villages, temples, and other structures. The author's detailed descriptions, maps, and photographs bring to life the fascinating history of these areas, from their origins as centers of various kingdoms and empires to their eventual abandonment. The text is enriched by the author's insightful discussions on the historical, cultural, and religious significance of the sites, weaving together Biblical references, local legends, and archaeological evidence. The book also explores the challenges and rewards of archaeological research in a region where political turmoil and cultural sensitivities often intersected with the author's explorations. Ultimately, this book is a valuable contribution to the understanding of the ancient world and the history of the Middle East, offering readers a unique glimpse into a region that has been largely forgotten by time.