One of the most detailed and captivating accounts of Jerusalem ever written, this book takes readers on a journey through the holy city, from its ancient past to the modern era. Rhodes provides a wealth of information on the people, places, and events that have shaped this unique and sacred city, making this an essential volume for anyone interested in Middle Eastern history and culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.