Jerusalem in 3000 years by Nachum Tim Gidal (Hardcover)

Languages: English, German, French

This book traces the 3000-year history of the city of Jerusalem. Beginning with the city's conquest by King David, it follows Jerusalem's fortunes as it fell to one invading power after another - Romans, Greeks, Byzantines, Muslims, Crusaders and Ottomans in turn. Continuing through the years of the British Mandate, it finally brings us right up to the present day.

The comprehensive illustration section paints a richly faceted portrait of Jerusalem old and new - its architecture as well as its inhabitants. Emphasis is thereby also placed on the political events of the 20th century, including the foundation of the State of Israel.

Of particular significance for modern-day Jerusalem, these events are recorded here in powerful documentary photographs. Over 400 illustrations, detailed captions and a lengthy introductory essay on the history of Jerusalem combine to make this book a compendium of unusual and fascinating information.

Hardcover, 259 pages