The Ancient Architecture in Syria (Djebel RīḥÄ), authored by Butler and translated by Aisha Moussa, studies six of the most prominent archeological sites on RÄ«á¸¥Ä mountain.
At the forefront comes Serjilla which features a variety of grand architectural structures, including houses, churches, baths, and tombs. Its villas tell a narrative about the lives of the townspeople in the Roman-Byzantine Syria, illustrating their wealth and the diverse economic, social, architectural, and religious activities they engaged in. This narrative not only recounts the glories of the past but also documents Syriaâs ancient history and reveals the civilizations that thrived with unprecedented architectural advancements. Here, various kingdoms and empires have succeeded one another, leaving behind archeological treasures that have significantly influenced architectural practices worldwide.
Aisha Moussa, M.A. in translation (2009), Aleppo University, is a lecturer at the English Department, an instructor of online translation courses, and the translator of: Southern Hauran, Djebel SimÊ¿Än, AlÄ and KÌ£aá¹£r Ibn WardÄn, and Il-AnderÄ«n â KerrÄtÄ«n â MaÊ¿rÄtÄ.
Scholars and students of archaeology, architecture, tourism and history; archaeologists; tourist guides; historians; and explorers of ancient ruins and monuments in Syria.