Palestine. Past and Present. Pictorial and Descriptive. Illustrated with upwards of one hundred and fifty wood engravings and a series of full-page coloured plates, by L. Valentine, published by Frederick Warne, London and New York 1893 - Fine copy in beautiful condition!
The book contains 150 wood engravings, and 5 high quality color plates protected by parchment paper, depicting Eretz Israel and its cities - Jaffa, Jerusalem, Hebron, Jericho, and other cities. The book is considered the most accurate and reliable summary published in the 19th century about Eretz Israel, based on scenes drawn on site, not relying on other sources.
LIV, 435 + [5] full page color plates. Gilt leaf cutting. Hardcover with gilt embossing. Very good condition. Dedication from 1893 on the protective page.
