The Accursed Land: Or First Steps On The Waterway Of Edom is a book written by Henry Edward Colvile in 1884. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's journey through the land of Edom, which is located in the southeastern part of modern-day Jordan. The author provides a detailed account of his experiences as he travels through the rugged terrain of Edom, including encounters with local Bedouin tribes and visits to ancient ruins and archaeological sites. The book also includes historical and geographical information about the region, as well as the author's reflections on the natural beauty of the landscape and the cultural traditions of the people he meets along the way. Overall, The Accursed Land is a fascinating and informative account of a journey through a little-known part of the world, written by an author with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the history and culture of the region.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.