The Holy Land, Past and Presentby Henry S Osborn. 1878. 326p. The document recounts a journey through a region marked by historical significance and devastation, particularly under the rule of a leader who manipulates power over the rebel Druze. It describes the appointment of Ali ibn Camus as king, who is lavishly titled and financially extorted. The narrative highlights the desolate landscape of Sidon, the ancient worship practices, and the archaeological potential of the area,