Ancient Egypt : Art and archaeology of the land of the Pharaohs / text Giorgio Agnese, Maurizio Re ; translation, Neil-Frazer Davenport]

Agnese, Giorgio. Re, Maurizio

2001, First Edition. Vercelli : White Star ; Poole : Chris Lloyd Distributor. An exceptional copy; fine in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new.; 192 pages; Physical desc. : 192 p. : col. ill. , maps, ports. ; 37 cm. Includes index. Translated from the Italian. Subject: Historic sites --Egypt --Guidebooks --Egypt --History --To 640 A. D. --Ancient Egypt. Summary: This full colour book is a tribute to the history and natural beauty of the cradle of one of the greatest civilisations of the past. Stunning images are accompanied by an authoritative text by two Egyptologist scholars full of original ideas which leave behind the commonplace ideas and cliches of the package tour. This prestigious work is a fitting tribute to the mysteries, the glories and the wealth, art and archaeology of the land of the Pharaohs. Includes: Historical introduction; Chronology; Gods of Ancient Egypt; Cult of the Dead; Hieroglyphic Writing; Explorers and Artist-Travellers; Birth of modern Archaeology. Item #155427
ISBN: 8880956442

Price: €19.95