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Guide to the Land of Israel / Zev Vilnay — Rare First Edition, 1935 - An essential historical guidebook to the Land of Israel, written by renowned geographer and Zionist scholar Zev Vilnay. This first edition from 1935 provides a detailed exploration of the land’s towns, nature sites, ancient remains, and growing Jewish settlements, with informative maps, diagrams, and historical references. A key milestone in pre-state geographical literature. Highlights:  • Original burgundy hardcover with gilt lettering.  • 346 pages.  • Size: 12×17 cm.  • Includes rare folding maps, including a large fold-out map of Tel Aviv-Jaffa and a train schedule.  • Very good condition. A highly collectible item for lovers of Israel’s history and early Hebrew travel literature.