Publisher's Synopsis
Legends of Palestine is a book written by Zev Vilnay, which explores the rich folklore and mythology of the historic land of Palestine. The author delves deep into the stories, legends, and myths that have been passed down through generations of Palestinians, providing readers with a comprehensive and fascinating insight into the cultural heritage of the region.The book covers a wide range of topics, including tales of ancient cities and kingdoms, legendary heroes and villains, supernatural beings and creatures, and the many religious and spiritual beliefs that have shaped the culture of Palestine over the centuries. Through his vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Vilnay brings these legends to life, painting a vivid picture of the people, places, and events that have shaped the history of this fascinating land.Whether you are interested in the history and culture of Palestine, or simply enjoy exploring the rich folklore and mythology of different cultures, Legends of Palestine is an engaging and informative read that is sure to captivate and inspire.1932. This volume is a translation with additions and rearrangements of a Hebrew volume by the same author entitled �������Agadat Erez Yisrael.������� The translation differs in that fifty tales have been omitted and other legends have been added. These legends are almost entirely from Hebrew and Arabic sources, both from writings and the spoken word, and cover the entire period of Jewish history. Many are adaptations of biblical, talmudic and midrashic stories.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.
