THE HOLY LAND by Robert Hichens published by The Century Company - New York 1910 - first edition. An important travel book accompanied by 40 photographs and 17 colored lithograph plates after paintings by Jules Guerin - a copy in beautiful condition.
Description of the physical landscape of Eretz Israel, its history and culture, and the importance of the Holy Land for Jews and Christians. Hichens' journey to the Holy Land took place during a time of great political and social upheaval in the region, which is evident in his book. Accompanied by high quality color lithographs and photo plates by Felix Bonfils and leading American firm Underwood & Underwood. Due to its success, the book was translated into several languages including French, German, Spanish and Italian.
X [1] 302 p. 27 cm. A copy in very good condition - clean pages, plates protected by parchment paper. Gilt top page cutting. Light stains on cover.
