Travels in Mesopotamia


World Heritage Site: Ancient City of Aleppo

Publication Year: 2011

Publication Type: Book

Publication Identifier: WHEAF9F5893C7

Summary

James Silk Buckingham's 'Travels in Mesopotamia' (1827) offers a detailed account of his journey from Aleppo, Syria, to Sinjar, Iraq, providing valuable insights into the region's ancient sites and modern inhabitants. This two-volume work combines historical observation with personal commentary, reflecting Buckingham's extensive experience as a traveler and writer. Published in 2011, this reissue preserves his original descriptions, which blend geographical detail with cultural analysis, contributing to the understanding of Mesopotamia's heritage during the early 19th century.

Citation

Buckingham, J. S. (2011). Travels in Mesopotamia. https://doi.org/10.1017/cbo9781139162432

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