This remarkable volume chronicles the experiences of a group of Quaker missionaries who traveled to Palestine in the mid-19th century to provide aid and support to local communities. Drawing on a variety of personal accounts and eyewitness reports, the book offers a detailed and vivid portrait of life in this troubled region during a turbulent period of history. From descriptions of the natural landscape to discussions of local customs and traditions, this book provides a wealth of valuable insights for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East.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.