Ancient Jordan from the Air Author:David Kennedy, R. Bewley Jordan is part both of the Fertile Crescent and the Holy Land. Its archaeological remains extend in time from prehistory to the British Empire. The country is, of course, renowned for the magnificent ruins at Petra - a World Heritage Site - and the superb remains of the Roman city of Jarash. But beyond these high profile places is a rich and var... more »ied cultural heritage. Sites are everywhere in this great outdoor museum: one tally has calculated over 25,000 sites visible above ground alone, making Jordan one of the great treasure houses of the world. Even at ground level these sites are striking and memorable, but the best view, as is so often the case, is seen from the air. This book will appeal to anyone interested in the cultural heritage of the Middle East. Contains 4 maps and 219 color photographs.« less