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Haifa; or, Life in modern Palestine

By Laurence Oliphant

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Embark on a 19th-century exploration of Palestine through a Westerner's eyes, where ancient ruins meet a changing society.

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2015-09-21
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Summary

"Haifa; or, Life in Modern Palestine" by Laurence Oliphant is a captivating compilation of travel letters and observations from 19th-century Palestine. Through a Western lens, the text vividly portrays the era's social, cultural, and archaeological evolution. Personal experiences are interwoven with historical and archaeological insights, vividly depicting the landscape, ruins and cultures of the region and offering a vibrant picture of modern and ancient life in Palestine. The book sets the stage by detailing the reasons the author undertakes this journey. It also highlights the region's important history, contrasting the experiences of visitors and residents, and showcasing archaeological findings.

About the Author

Laurence Oliphant, a Member of Parliament, was a South African-born British author, traveller, diplomat, British intelligence agent, Christian mystic, and Christian Zionist. His best known book in his lifetime was a satirical novel, Piccadilly (1870). More heed has gone since to his plan for Jewish farming communities in the Holy Land, The Land of Gilead. Oliphant was a UK Member of Parliament for Stirling Burghs.

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