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Title: Haifa; or, Life in modern Palestine
Note: Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Produced by Enrico Segre and the Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary: "Haifa; or, Life in Modern Palestine" by Laurence Oliphant is a collection of travel letters and observations written in the late 19th century. The work provides a vivid account of the social, cultural, and archaeological landscape of Palestine during a time of significant change, particularly through the eyes of a Western observer. The author draws upon his experiences living in the region, blending personal anecdotes with historical and archaeological insights about cities and communities he encounters. The opening portion of the text introduces the background and motivations for Oliphant's exploration of Palestine, setting the stage for a journey that intertwines history with modern life. He reflects on the profound Biblical significance of the land and contrasts the impressions of visitors with those of residents, indicating the depth of his research. Additionally, he outlines the various explorations and findings related to significant archaeological sites, emphasizing the area’s rich history and ongoing discoveries. Through descriptive prose, he brings to life the landscape, its ruins, and introduces his encounters with local cultures, inviting readers to consider the complex tapestry of modern and ancient existence in Palestine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Oliphant, Laurence, 1829-1888
Editor: Dana, Charles A. (Charles Anderson), 1819-1897
EBook No.: 50026
Published: Sep 21, 2015
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Palestine -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Haifa; or, Life in modern Palestine
Note: Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Enrico Segre and the Distributed Proofreaders
Team DPT-It at http:
//dp-test.dm.unipi.it/
Summary: "Haifa; or, Life in Modern Palestine" by Laurence Oliphant is a collection of travel letters and observations written in the late 19th century. The work provides a vivid account of the social, cultural, and archaeological landscape of Palestine during a time of significant change, particularly through the eyes of a Western observer. The author draws upon his experiences living in the region, blending personal anecdotes with historical and archaeological insights about cities and communities he encounters. The opening portion of the text introduces the background and motivations for Oliphant's exploration of Palestine, setting the stage for a journey that intertwines history with modern life. He reflects on the profound Biblical significance of the land and contrasts the impressions of visitors with those of residents, indicating the depth of his research. Additionally, he outlines the various explorations and findings related to significant archaeological sites, emphasizing the area’s rich history and ongoing discoveries. Through descriptive prose, he brings to life the landscape, its ruins, and introduces his encounters with local cultures, inviting readers to consider the complex tapestry of modern and ancient existence in Palestine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Oliphant, Laurence, 1829-1888
Editor: Dana, Charles A. (Charles Anderson), 1819-1897
EBook No.: 50026
Published: Sep 21, 2015
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Palestine -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.