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LoC No.: 21020902
Title: New Paths through Old Palestine
Credits: Richard Tonsing, MFR, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary: "New Paths through Old Palestine" by Margaret Slattery is a historical travelogue written in the early 20th century. The work provides a reflective journey through Palestine, intertwining the author's observations on the modern developments and historical significance of the region after World War I. Slattery explores both the physical landscapes and the rich tapestry of biblical history, emphasizing the renewal of Palestine and the potential for a brighter future. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for Slattery's journey, as she recounts her arrival in Palestine, blending personal experiences with vivid descriptions of the historical locations she visits. She reflects on the transformation brought on by the war, contrasting the old-world charm represented by imagery of camels and donkeys with the new paths illuminated by modern transportation such as trains and motorcars. Slattery portrays her fascination with the land, emphasizing the deep connection between its past and the emerging present, as well as the emotional resonance of standing in places steeped in spiritual significance. Through her narrative, readers gain insight into both the timeless beauty of the landscape and the poignant stories of its people amidst changing times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Slattery, Margaret
EBook No.: 60140
Published: Aug 20, 2019
Downloads: 193
Language: English
Subject: Palestine -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 21020902
Title: New Paths through Old Palestine
Credits: Richard Tonsing, MFR, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary: "New Paths through Old Palestine" by Margaret Slattery is a historical travelogue written in the early 20th century. The work provides a reflective journey through Palestine, intertwining the author's observations on the modern developments and historical significance of the region after World War I. Slattery explores both the physical landscapes and the rich tapestry of biblical history, emphasizing the renewal of Palestine and the potential for a brighter future. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for Slattery's journey, as she recounts her arrival in Palestine, blending personal experiences with vivid descriptions of the historical locations she visits. She reflects on the transformation brought on by the war, contrasting the old-world charm represented by imagery of camels and donkeys with the new paths illuminated by modern transportation such as trains and motorcars. Slattery portrays her fascination with the land, emphasizing the deep connection between its past and the emerging present, as well as the emotional resonance of standing in places steeped in spiritual significance. Through her narrative, readers gain insight into both the timeless beauty of the landscape and the poignant stories of its people amidst changing times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Slattery, Margaret
EBook No.: 60140
Published: Aug 20, 2019
Downloads: 193
Language: English
Subject: Palestine -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.