The Asian Mystery

Illustrated In The History, Religion, And Present State Of The Ansaireeh Or Nusairis Of Syria (1860)

von Samuel Lyde

336 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Asian Mystery: Illustrated In The History, Religion, And Present State Of The Ansaireeh Or Nusairis Of Syria is a book written by Samuel Lyde in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Ansaireeh or Nusairis, a religious sect in Syria, and their history, religion, and present state. The author, Samuel Lyde, was a British consul in Syria, and his firsthand experience and knowledge of the region and its people are reflected in the book. The book includes detailed descriptions of the Ansaireeh's beliefs, practices, and rituals, as well as their social and political organization. The author also discusses the Ansaireeh's relationship with other religious groups in Syria and the broader Middle East, including the Druze, Alawites, and Ismailis. The book is illustrated with maps, drawings, and photographs, providing a visual representation of the Ansaireeh and their way of life. Overall, The Asian Mystery is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in the history and culture of Syria and the Middle East.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Militärgeschichte
• ISBN: 9781437316179
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC