Avg. Customer Rating:(based on 5 reviews) Sales Rank: 744695 Category: Book
Author:Knopf Guides Publisher:Knopf Studio:Knopf Manufacturer:Knopf Label:Knopf Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published) Media: Paperback Edition: 1 Amer ed Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 480 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3 Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 4.8 x 0.9
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Amazon.com Review Knopf Guides' The Holy Land is an exquisitely illustrated guide to that part of the world held holy by Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. Covering the Sinai, Eilat, Beersheba, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Masada, and the area around Tiberias, including Upper and Lower Galilee, the Golan, Nazareth, and the Jordan, the book is a rich mixture of history, culture, and sightseeing tips. The first five chapters cover nature, history, arts and tradition, religions, and architecture. The following two chapters discuss how the Holy Land has been depicted in art and in literature. The next six chapters divide the area by region, each taking the reader on a beautifully illustrated tour of the landmarks, historical events, and modern-day people. At the back of the book are specific itineraries such as "The Holy Land in Three Weeks" or "Jerusalem in Three Days" along with lots of practical information on everything from how to catch a bus to how to make a phone call. The Holy Land is a book that's as much fun to look at as it is to read.
Customer Reviews:
A must-have guide for visitors to the middle east! January 28, 2000 19 out of 20 found this review helpful
This guide is beautiful, complete, and truly in-depth. For example, there is a fold out section showing the route Jesus followed carrying his cross. It notes all of the details including where he fell, where certain icons are -- everything you could want to know. The Knopf Guide also will make a great souvenir of your trip.
Contrary to what another writer has said here, this book certainly recognizes Israel. As the Lonely Planet guide points out, there is much in dispute about this area, and it's easy to offend one group or the other. Any attempt to present a balanced view of history and of the three religions which center their faith here must tread carefully with names and facts. The Knopf Guide excels in this area.
I'd recommend picking up the Lonely Planet guide for details of accomodation and travel facts, but for the history, architecture, birds, animals, fish, sacredness, and gradeur of the area, this is definitely the book to get!
Refuses to recognize Israel as a Country! October 11, 1999 9 out of 30 found this review helpful
This book is either Anti-Israeli or is still following the Arab boycott of Israel. This book makes almost no mention of the country of Israel except in the fine print where the information is essential such as arrival information at Ben Gurion Airport in the back of the book. None of the maps mention Israel although Epypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia are labeled. I could never trust such a biased book. Admittedly the book is very well illustrated like all the Knopf travel books. I found Frommer's "Israel 2nd Edition" to be more informative, trustworthy, objective and helpful. It is the Frommer's book that I am purchasing from Amazon and taking on my upcoming trip to Israel. The Knopf book I am returning to the library.
A guide book for those who want to understand what they see September 12, 1999 10 out of 11 found this review helpful
This book is so good that when it was taken away from me at the Syrian border (for having Hebrew in it) I ordered another copy. The Holy Land is a wonderfully literate and detailed little book that could form the basis of a course at Oxford.
You might also want to bring another guide that deals more with pedestrian, but very important, things like where to eat, shop and stay. The Knopf guide is what you want when you go to the Dome of the Rock.
When in Jerusalem I recommend the American Colony Hotel (an Oasis).
An extraordinary guide, all that's needed for The Holy Land December 7, 1998 9 out of 10 found this review helpful
My family and I recently returned from a trip to Israel. We found the Knopf guide an extremely valuable resource. The historical perspectives, maps, illustrations, photographs, and drawings enhanced our enjoyment of our trip by enabling us to focus and anticipate the key aspects of our travels. This guide shines above all the other guides by providing all the necessary practical travel information that you would expect from even the most basic of guides, but where it really excels is by presenting all this in a comprehensive and yet visually stimulating format. By seperating itineraries of The Holy Land into regions you are able to prepare for your trip well in advance and then enjoy the whole region, even if you didn't get to see all of the stops along the way. This is the only guide you need to take, save your money for souveniors
Outstanding! History and travel wisdom artfully organized! November 13, 1997 We are soon to visit the Holy Land and this book is a wonderful resource for preparation. Vivid illustrations bring the history to life and stir our imagination and interest. Handy size for taking with, and smallish print is not a problem even for our trifocals, because quality so high.
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