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LoC No.: 13026662

Title: Syria, the land of Lebanon

Original Publication: United States: McBride, Nast & Company, 1913.

Note: Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: The White Mountain -- The Left-hand Land -- The city of Saturn -- The spirit of Olympia -- Across the mountains -- The Land of Uz -- The earthly paradise -- The port of the wilderness -- The riches of Damascus -- The desert capital -- Some salt people -- The Cedars of the Lord -- The giant stones of Baalbek -- Hamath the Great.

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)

Summary: "Syria, the Land of Lebanon" by Lewis Gaston Leary is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The author provides an intimate exploration of the geography, culture, and history of Syria, particularly focusing on the significant region of Lebanon. The work appears to reflect Leary's personal experiences and affection for the country, exploring its natural beauty and historic landmarks while offering insights into the lives of its people. At the start of the book, Leary describes the stunning landscape of Lebanon as his ship approaches the shore, providing vivid imagery of the mountains and valleys that characterize the region. He discusses the importance of Lebanon in both biblical history and its cultural significance, outlining the various cities, mountains, and valleys that contribute to its identity. The preface further emphasizes Leary's desire to showcase Syria's rich heritage and beauty, which is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, Israel. Overall, the opening sets a tone of appreciation for the land and its history, prepping readers for a deep dive into the complexities and splendor of Syria. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Leary, Lewis Gaston, 1877-1951

EBook No.: 70035

Published: Feb 13, 2023

Downloads: 75

Language: English

Subject: Syria -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:70035:2 2023-02-13T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Leary, Lewis Gaston en urn:lccn:13026662 1
2024-11-05T19:54:00Z Syria, the land of Lebanon

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 13026662

Title: Syria, the land of Lebanon

Original Publication: United States: McBride, Nast & Company, 1913.

Note: Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: The White Mountain -- The Left-hand Land -- The city of Saturn -- The spirit of Olympia -- Across the mountains -- The Land of Uz -- The earthly paradise -- The port of the wilderness -- The riches of Damascus -- The desert capital -- Some salt people -- The Cedars of the Lord -- The giant stones of Baalbek -- Hamath the Great.

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)

Summary: "Syria, the Land of Lebanon" by Lewis Gaston Leary is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The author provides an intimate exploration of the geography, culture, and history of Syria, particularly focusing on the significant region of Lebanon. The work appears to reflect Leary's personal experiences and affection for the country, exploring its natural beauty and historic landmarks while offering insights into the lives of its people. At the start of the book, Leary describes the stunning landscape of Lebanon as his ship approaches the shore, providing vivid imagery of the mountains and valleys that characterize the region. He discusses the importance of Lebanon in both biblical history and its cultural significance, outlining the various cities, mountains, and valleys that contribute to its identity. The preface further emphasizes Leary's desire to showcase Syria's rich heritage and beauty, which is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, Israel. Overall, the opening sets a tone of appreciation for the land and its history, prepping readers for a deep dive into the complexities and splendor of Syria. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Leary, Lewis Gaston, 1877-1951

EBook No.: 70035

Published: Feb 13, 2023

Downloads: 75

Language: English

Subject: Syria -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:70035:3 2023-02-13T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Leary, Lewis Gaston en urn:lccn:13026662 1