Jerusalem, As It Was And As It Is Or Its History And Present State (1843)

Jerusalem, As It Was And As It Is: Or Its History And Present State (1843) is a book written by Charles John Ball. The book provides a comprehensive description of the city of Jerusalem, both in its historical context and its present state in the mid-19th century. The author takes the reader on a journey through the city's long and complex history, from its biblical origins to its modern-day status as a city of great religious significance. Along the way, Ball provides detailed descriptions of the city's architecture, landmarks, and cultural traditions, as well as its political and social history. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Jerusalem, and remains a classic work in the field of Middle Eastern studies.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.