Haifa: Or Life in Modern Palestine (1886)

Haifa: Or Life In Modern Palestine is a book written by Laurence Oliphant and published in 1886. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences and observations during his stay in the city of Haifa, located in modern-day Israel. Oliphant provides a detailed account of the city's history, culture, and people, as well as its political and social landscape. The book also includes descriptions of the natural beauty of the region, including the surrounding hills and the Mediterranean Sea. Oliphant's writing is marked by his interest in the Zionist movement, and he provides insights into the lives of Jewish settlers in Haifa and their efforts to establish a homeland in Palestine. The book is considered an important historical document, providing a unique perspective on the region during a time of great change and upheaval.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.