Publisher's Synopsis
""A Ride Across Palestine"" is a travelogue written by the renowned English novelist, Anthony Trollope. The book describes Trollope's journey across Palestine in the late 19th century, during which he rode on horseback from Jaffa to Jerusalem, and then onwards to Nazareth, Tiberias, and the Sea of Galilee. The book is a vivid and detailed account of Trollope's experiences in the Holy Land, and he describes the landscape, people, and customs of the region in great detail. He also provides insights into the history and politics of Palestine, including the ongoing conflict between Jews, Christians, and Muslims.Throughout the book, Trollope reflects on the significance of the places he visits, and the spiritual and religious importance of the region. He also shares his personal observations and opinions on the people he meets, the culture he encounters, and the challenges he faces during his journey.Overall, ""A Ride Across Palestine"" is a fascinating and insightful travelogue that offers a unique perspective on the Holy Land and the people who inhabit it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Palestine, as well as those who enjoy travel writing and adventure stories.He was, at any rate, up to his time, for when I came down on the following morning I found him in the narrow street, the first on horseback. Joseph, the Frenchman, was strapping on to a rough pony our belongings, and was staring at Mr. Smith. My new friend, unfortunately, could not speak a word of French, and therefore I had to explain to the dragoman how it had come to pass that our party was to be enlarged.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.