The history of Israel is as ancient as the history of humanity. From the desert sands to the shadowy depths of the caves overlooking the Dead Sea to the buried cities whose splendor has been dimmed by the centuries, it is truly a cradle of civilization and a setting of incomparable beauty.This spectacular book journeys along the valley of the River Jordan and among the hills of Galilee, from the shores of the Mediterranean to the sands of the Negev. Some of the finest photographs ever taken of Israel are brought together for the first time: stunning aerial views of the land; treasures from Israel's museums and archaeological sites; portraits and scenes of everyday life; the walls, gates, and buildings of the Old City of Jerusalem. An informative and wide-ranging text comments on the images and provides a wealth of historical detail on a land that has endured for millennia.
