The People of Palestine by Elihu Grant
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"The People of Palestine" by Elihu Grant is a detailed cultural and sociological examination written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the lives, customs, and social structures of the Palestinian people, particularly focusing on village life and the unique characteristics of its inhabitants. This book provides insight into the interplay of traditional and modern influences within Palestinian society. The opening of the text sets the stage for an exploration
of the geographical and cultural landscape of Western Palestine. Grant describes the diverse environment, the agricultural practices, and the historical significance of the region. He paints a vivid picture of life as experienced by the peasants, particularly illustrating their connection to the land, the importance of seasonal changes, and the impact of religious customs on daily routines. This preliminary chapter aims to provide readers with a foundational understanding of how the landscape shapes not only the livelihoods but also the identities of the Palestinian people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Grant, Elihu, 1873-1942 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21015202 |
| Title |
The People of Palestine An enlarged edition of "The Peasantry of Palestine, Life, Manners and Customs of the Village" |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Palestine -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Palestinian Arabs -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Peasants -- Palestine |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61662 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61662-9 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 649 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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