George-Samné - La Syrie - 1920

Superb revised edition featuring 30 photographs and 6 maps of this book, set in the context of the post-World War I era, at a time when Syria, former Ottoman territory, was placed under French mandate. It presents itself as a geographical, historical, political, and cultural study designed to enlighten the European public about a region then at the heart of international stakes.

George-Samné, a physician and writer of Syrian origin, brings to bear an intimate knowledge of the country, describing its landscapes, its cities, its peoples, and its traditions, while analyzing the upheavals associated with the fall of the Ottoman Empire and the establishment of the new mandatarian authorities.

The work reflects both a desire to popularize knowledge and a militant approach, seeking to defend the richness and uniqueness of Syria against Western representations that are often simplistic.

George-Samné - Syria - 1920 - Éditions Bossard -

Good condition of the binding, the volume in its half-calf edition, marbled boards, light wear, edges a little worn, smooth decorated spine, gilded title, author’s name and date on the leather piece –

Good interior condition, light browning, the volume enriched with 30 photographs and 6 maps (some in color) with plates includes fold-outs, with a preface by Chekri Ganem –

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