Journey to the Vanished City: The Search for a Lost Tribe of Israel, by Tudor Parfitt (ISBN 978-0340572726), chronicles an adventurous and often hazardous expedition across southern Africa in search of the Lemba—an African people who trace their ancestry to one of the Lost Tribes of Israel.
Following oral traditions that speak of origins in a fabled city called “Sena,” Parfitt’s journey leads him through remote landscapes, culturally rich communities, and regions steeped in legend. Combining historical research, anthropological observation, and personal narrative, he examines the Lemba’s identity and heritage, offering an exploration that is as much about the endurance of memory and tradition as it is about uncovering the past.
Technical details:
Page count: 278
Publication year: 1992
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton (UK)
Language: English