Travels in Syria and the Holy Land. An Exploratory Journey Through Middle Eastern Landscapes and Cultures

Par : John Lewis Burckhardt
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  • Nombre de pages544
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN4057664631374
  • EAN4057664631374
  • Date de parution22/11/2019
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille986 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurGOOD PRESS

Résumé

In "Travels in Syria and the Holy Land, " John Lewis Burckhardt presents a captivating narrative that intricately blends personal observation with historical and cultural insights. Writing in the early 19th century, Burckhardt employs a vivid and descriptive literary style that transports readers to the landscapes and societies of the Middle East. His eloquent prose captures the complexities of the region, highlighting both its physical beauty and the rich tapestry of its heritage, while also addressing the socio-political context of the time, including the interactions between travelers and local cultures.
Burckhardt, a Swiss explorer and scholar, was deeply influenced by his passion for geography and antiquities, dedicating much of his life to exploring the Near East. His foregrounding of empirical observation in a largely uncharted territory of his day was pioneering, and his scholarly pursuits were driven by a desire to document the often-overlooked histories of the Arabs and the significance of the Holy Land.
His adventurous life was marked by both scholarly ambition and the challenges of travel in a politically charged environment. I highly recommend "Travels in Syria and the Holy Land" to readers interested in rich travel narratives that offer nuanced perspectives on culture and history. This book not only serves as an invaluable resource for students of Middle Eastern history but also enchants lovers of literature with its expressive style and authoritative insights.
In "Travels in Syria and the Holy Land, " John Lewis Burckhardt presents a captivating narrative that intricately blends personal observation with historical and cultural insights. Writing in the early 19th century, Burckhardt employs a vivid and descriptive literary style that transports readers to the landscapes and societies of the Middle East. His eloquent prose captures the complexities of the region, highlighting both its physical beauty and the rich tapestry of its heritage, while also addressing the socio-political context of the time, including the interactions between travelers and local cultures.
Burckhardt, a Swiss explorer and scholar, was deeply influenced by his passion for geography and antiquities, dedicating much of his life to exploring the Near East. His foregrounding of empirical observation in a largely uncharted territory of his day was pioneering, and his scholarly pursuits were driven by a desire to document the often-overlooked histories of the Arabs and the significance of the Holy Land.
His adventurous life was marked by both scholarly ambition and the challenges of travel in a politically charged environment. I highly recommend "Travels in Syria and the Holy Land" to readers interested in rich travel narratives that offer nuanced perspectives on culture and history. This book not only serves as an invaluable resource for students of Middle Eastern history but also enchants lovers of literature with its expressive style and authoritative insights.