Medio Oriente

In ‘Visits to Monasteries in the Levant, ‘ Robert Curzon embarks on a meticulous exploration of religious sites during the 19th century, with a particular focus on the monasteries of the Eastern Medi …

In ‘Haifa; or, Life in Modern Palestine, ‘ Laurence Oliphant presents a vivid and poignant portrayal of Palestine during the late 19th century. Through a blend of travel writing and sociopolitical co …

In ‘Sketches of Persia, ‘ John Malcolm presents a vivid and nuanced portrayal of early 19th-century Persia, weaving together extensive travel accounts, historical observations, and cultural insights. …

In ‘The Spell of Egypt, ‘ Robert Hichens presents a captivating exploration of the enigmatic allure of Egypt, intertwining rich descriptions with introspective musings. Written in a lyrical, evocativ …

In ‘Journal of a Residence at Bagdad, ‘ Anthony Norris Groves offers a vivid and meticulous account of his experiences in the heart of Iraq during the 19th century. Written in a reflective and engagi …

In ‘Out-of-Doors in the Holy Land: Impressions of Travel in Body and Spirit, ‘ Henry Van Dyke offers a profound exploration of the landscapes, culture, and spirituality of the Holy Land. Written with …

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 ear …

A Pilgrimage to Nejd, the Cradle of the Arab Race is an inspiring 2-volume historical and travel account of the journey in the Middle East based on the journals of Lady Anne Blunt edited by her husba …

In ‘Byeways in Palestine, ‘ James Finn offers a rich, evocative exploration of the lesser-known paths and narratives of the Holy Land, merging travelogue with historical account. Finn’s literary styl …

‘I have entitled this account of my summer’s tour through Al-Hijaz, a Personal Narrative, and I have laboured to make its nature correspond with its name, simply because ‘it is the personal that inte …