Behind the Veil in Persia and Turkish Arabia An Account of an Englishwoman's Eight Years' Residence Amongst the Women of the East

Chapter I

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The City of Nineveh

The fast of Jonah--The bridge of boats--Traditions as to ancient history of Mosul--Elkos, birthplace of Nahum the prophet--Shurgat--Climate of Mosul--Cultivation and industries--Importance of Mosul 173