"Zenobia will never fall." Ancient Tadmor, modern day Palmyra, Syria is being threatened.
I enjoy pictures and learning about Tadmor (modern day Palmyra, Syria) because of the Zenobia Book Series. Recently, the ancient ruins of Palmyra are being threatened by war. Hidden in the desert, Palmyra is one of the world's most well preserved historic sites. Photograph by Annie Griffiths Belt "Caravans bearing perfumes from Arabia, spices and rare woods from India, and silk from China passed through the colonnaded streets of Palmyra in the Syrian desert, its ruins bearing
Zenobia’s mother saves her life
Zenobia's mother not only saved her life but she inspired Zenobia to become a warrior and a queen who fights for justice. In book one, Zenobia - Birth of a Legend, at the beginning we learn how Zenobia's mother presents her baby girl as a boy to save her life. A decree by the sheik regarding all baby girls to be killed all because they were not useful to the tribe. Can you imagine being raised in such an environment? Read book one to witness the strength and ability Zenobia h
