The Holy Land : An Oxford Archaeological Guide from the Earliest Times to 1700

by: Murphy-O'Connor, J.

Price: 37,00 EURO

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The Holy Land
An Oxford Archaeological Guide from Earliest Times to 1700
Fifth Edition

Jerome Murphy-O'Connor
Oxford Archaeological Guides
Coverage of all the main sites in the city of Jerusalem and throughout the Holy Land
Information on the recent developments at the Holy Sepulchre and on six completely new sites, ranging from what may be the original Pool of Siloam to an Ummayad fort at Ashdod
Over 150 high quality plans, maps, diagrams, and photographs
Routes through the Old City of Jerusalem, and a comprehensive alphabetical list of sites outside Jerusalem, from Abu Ghosh to Yehiam
Star ratings to help you prioritize your visit
Historical outline and glossary of essential terms
Useful information about museums and opening times, and advice on visiting desert areas

Description
Of immense significance to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, the Holy Land has been attracting visitors since the fifth century BC.

Covering all the main sites both in the city of Jerusalem and throughout the Holy Land and including over 150 high quality site plans, maps, diagrams, and photographs, this book provides the ultimate visitor guide to the rich archaeological heritage of the region.

Fully updated with all the latest information, this new edition includes updates on the crucial recent developments at the Holy Sepulchre and on six completely new sites, including a Middle Bronze Age water system in Jerusalem and what may be the original Pool of Siloam.

Table of Contents
Introduction
A Brief Historical Outline
Part 1
The City of Jerusalem
Part 2
A-Z Guide to the Land

Series:
Oxford archaeological guides

The Holy Land : An Oxford Archaeological Guide from the Earliest Times to 1700

by: Murphy-O'Connor, J.

• ISBN-13: 9780192880130 / 978-0-19-288013-0
• ISBN-03: 0192880136 / 0-19-288013-6
• Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1992

Price: 37,00 EURO

1 copy in stock