This book contains a description of some of the most important modern discoveries bearing upon the Bible, with the selection of locations featured made to meet the wants of those who have no time to follow the course of exploration and no taste for technical details. Countries featured in the book include Israel, Palestine, and Egypt.

The history of archaeology is generally told as the making of a secular discipline. In nineteenth-century Britain, however, archaeology was enmeshed with questions of biblical authority and so with religious as well as narrowly scholarly concerns. In unearthing the cities of the Eastern Mediterranean, travellers, archaeologists and their popularisers transformed thinking on the truth of Christianity and its place in modern cities. This happened at a time when anxieties over the unprecedented rate of urbanisation in Britain coincided with critical challenges to biblical truth. In this context, cities from Jerusalem to Rome became contested models for the adaptation of Christianity to modern urban life. Using sites from across the biblical world, this book evokes the appeal of the ancient city to diverse groups of British Protestants in their arguments with one another and with their secular and Catholic rivals about the vitality of their faith in urban Britain.

"Cities of the Dawn" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a captivating literary journey that transports readers to the vibrant cities of the Eastern world during the late 19th century. Ritchie, with a keen observer's eye and evocative prose, paints a vivid portrait of the exotic landscapes, cultures, and people that define these mystical cities. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the ancient splendors of Baghdad, the narrative unfolds as a rich tapestry of historical anecdotes, cultural insights, and the author's personal reflections. Join Ritchie on an exploration of the East, where the dawn of modernity meets the ancient echoes of tradition. This travelogue serves as a cultural bridge, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the diverse cities that have played pivotal roles in shaping the course of history. "Cities of the Dawn" is a must-read for armchair travelers, history enthusiasts, and those eager to embark on a literary voyage through the enchanting cities that have stood witness to the ebb and flow of time. Let J. Ewing Ritchie guide you through the captivating landscapes and rich histories of the Cities of the Dawn, where the allure of the East beckons from every page.