Bidspirit auction | The Land of Galilee –

The Land of Galilee – Sir Charles W. Wilson | 1975 Edition - An impressive reprint of one of the classic 19th-century travel and exploration works on the Holy Land, authored by Colonel Sir Charles W. Wilson – a leading British explorer and key figure in the Palestine Exploration Fund (PEF). This volume focuses on the Galilee region, offering a rich and detailed account of its landscapes, historical sites, settlements, and local populations, seen through the eyes of a European scholar during the height of the British imperial era. The book is enhanced with beautiful period engravings and illustrations, providing a rare visual record of the Land of Israel before modern transformation – including views of ancient sites, rural scenery, and local life. 📌 Collector Highlights:  • Classic Holy Land exploration literature  • By Sir Charles W. Wilson (PEF pioneer)  • Strong relevance to Palestine Exploration collectors  • Fine historical engravings throughout  • Combines travel narrative, geography, and archaeology 📐 Details:  • Published: 1975 (facsimile/reprint edition)  • 156 pages  • Hardcover with dust jacket  • Size: 22 × 29 cm  • Condition: Very good ✨ A desirable item for collectors of Holy Land travel and exploration books – blending scholarship, history, and visual documentation of Galilee in the 19th century.