Equinox Life on the Farm in Late Medieval Jerusalem - Equinox Books

Explore the hidden history of Jerusalem's agricultural landscape with this specialized archaeological study. While most research focuses on the Old City, this book shifts the perspective to the rural hinterland that supported the region. It examines the network of settlements, terraces, fields, and cisterns that functioned as the lifeblood of the city. Through a detailed look at the village of Beit Mazmil, readers gain a rare look at the daily activities of a single rural household. The text tracks how these occupants and their industries evolved over five centuries. This work provides a necessary connection between the urban center and the surrounding countryside, offering a complete picture of life in the post-classical period. It is an essential resource for those interested in Islamic archaeology and the economic history of medieval rural life.