Out of Doors in the Holy Land - Henry Van Dyke - Bog

Out of Doors in the Holy Land: Impressions of Travel in Body and Spirit is a book written by Henry Van Dyke. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences during his trip to the Holy Land. The author takes the reader on a journey through the biblical sites of Israel, describing the landscapes, people, and culture of the region. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific location or theme. The author's vivid descriptions and personal reflections provide a unique perspective on the Holy Land and its significance to both Christians and Jews. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Holy Land, and for those who wish to deepen their understanding of the biblical stories that took place there.1908. This work is the record of a long journey in the spirit and a short voyage in the body. If you find here impressions that are lighter, mingled with those that are deeper, that is because life itself is really woven of such contrasted threads. If what you read here makes you wish to go to the Holy Land, Mr. Van Dyke shall be glad; and if you go in the right way, you surely will not be disappointed. Illustrated. Contents: traveler's joy; going u to Jerusalem; gates of Zion; Mizpah and the Mount of Olives; an excursion to Bethlehem and Hebron; Temple and the Sepulchre; Jericho and Jordan; a journey to Jerash; Mountains of Samaria; Galilee and the Lake; Springs of Jordan; Road to Damascus.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.