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I have never read a travelogue before. Though history always fascinated me but the idea of a historical travelogue seemed like a kebab mixed in honey. But nonetheless i bought this book by WD based on the topic.
I always wanted to know what was the religion of middle east before islam arrived. Like most of the "young generation" i forgot that Christianity is not a western religion it started in the...

The best part about Dalrymple's books are that though they are based on history which many would think is a drab topic, they read at the pace of a thriller. Combining fact, fiction and myth, this book is one of the best on the subject. William Dalrymple is an excellent author, and an even better story teller.

read this book... got new insight...but this book means that the spiritual meadows by john moschos must be read prior to get a proper understanding. i love this work as it connects all the dots and explains the situation about the christians in the middle east perfectly. it also makes us understand why the greek orthodox churches exists in middle east. i must say that this work increased my awareness about the plight that the minorities face.... worth a read.

This is an excellent book which is eminently readable and contains new insights into the Christian world as it existed during the Byzantine period. Very well written, but then Dalrymple always writes well. Not a boring history book ! Very good read.

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simply a great page turner. excellent research on the erstwhile Byzantium, and an eye opener for the Islamic apologists. a must read for anyone interested in history, politics, architecture ,religion, cultural studies or simply travel.