On a Raft and Through the Desert: The Narrative of an Artist's Journey Through Northern Syria and Kurdistan, by the Tigris to Mosul and Baghdad, and o (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781143274602)

"On a Raft and Through the Desert" recounts an artist's adventurous journey through the Middle East. The narrative follows the author's travels through Northern Syria and Kurdistan, navigating the Tigris River to Mosul and Baghdad. It details a return journey across the desert by way of the Euphrates River and Palmyra to Damascus, and over Anti-Lebanon to Baalbec.

This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the landscapes, cultures, and experiences of a 19th-century traveler in a region rich with history. Readers will be captivated by the descriptions of ancient cities, river journeys, and encounters with diverse peoples, all seen through the eyes of a perceptive artist.

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