Syrian Stone-Lore: Or, the Monumental History of Palestine

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First published in 1890, this book is a comprehensive survey of the ancient stone monuments of Palestine, including megaliths, dolmens, and other structures dating from prehistoric times to the medieval period. The author, Claude Reignier Conder, was an officer in the Royal Engineers who spent many years studying the archaeological sites of the Middle East. The book includes detailed descriptions of the various types of monuments, as well as discussions of their significance and historical context.