1912. 139p. by R A S MacAlister

The document explores the civilization of Palestine, detailing its geography, cultural history, and the influence of various peoples over time. It describes the contrast between fertile areas and desolate landscapes, emphasizing the decline of Canaanite civilization and the assimilation of foreign elements by the Semitic natives. The impact of ongoing border conflicts on cultural development is noted, with the Hebrews inheriting cities from the Canaanites, including the addition of Samaria.