A Ride Across Palestine

"A Ride Across Palestine" by Anthony Trollope is a 19th-century account of a journey through the Holy Land, blending observations about the land and its people with an evolving personal story. The narrator, initially traveling alone near Jerusalem, finds an unexpected travel companion in “John Smith,” and together they navigate the striking scenery and local traditions while surrounded by pilgrims. Conflicts arise when the companion's true identity is revealed to be a woman escaping her uncle, setting off a series of misunderstandings and challenges for the narrator. The story contemplates themes of identity, unexpected bonds, and companionship amidst the historical backdrop of the region.