Holy Land (Jerusalem)

Author: Edited by [US] Brown, Translated by Wu Fen
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The volumes of Lost Civilizations showcase the trajectories of the origins and early transformations of civilizations, long forgotten by later generations. Reading them is like adults revisiting old photographs of their childhood—each scene evoking a faint sense of nostalgia. This series can be enjoyed as an art album while also serving as a reference for travelers to the world, helping them understand the must-see historical sites and landmarks. Lost Civilizations has a well-designed overall presentation, covering various ancient civilizations, including those on both continents. It is a popular read, yet its content retains a degree of professionalism, especially when translated into Chinese, which is no easy task. Copying so many illustrations from the book also poses challenges—truly commendable and appreciated. As one of the earliest inhabited regions and the birthplace of the three major religions, the area known as the Holy Land is a small, hilly region in the Near East, historically rich and marked by numerous events. From the late 13th century BCE, when the Israelites appeared in Canaan, to the early days of Christianity, this period is the most fascinating in the history of the Holy Land. For a long time, the Bible was the primary source for understanding this era. Recent archaeological discoveries have provided new perspectives and insights into this period and even more distant past. Kainen holds a strong curiosity about the story of Joshua and is deeply interested in exploring the possibility of verifying or refuting it. However, the extreme antiquity of Jerusalem itself fascinates her even more. Over the following years, she focused her efforts on studying the history of Jericho, tracing it back to the earliest settlement.