Otia Aegyptiaca: Discourses On Egyptian Archaeology And Hieroglyphical Discoveries (1849)

By George Robbins Gliddon

Book Overview

Otia Aegyptiaca: Discourses On Egyptian Archaeology And Hieroglyphical Discoveries is a book written by George Robins Gliddon and published in 1849. The book is a collection of discourses on the subject of Egyptian archaeology and hieroglyphical discoveries. It covers a wide range of topics related to ancient Egypt, including the history, culture, religion, art, and architecture of the ancient civilization. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of ancient Egypt. The first chapter provides an overview of the history and geography of Egypt, while the second chapter is devoted to the study of hieroglyphics. The third chapter explores the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, while the fourth chapter discusses the art and architecture of the civilization. Throughout the book, Gliddon draws on his extensive knowledge of Egyptian history and culture to provide detailed and insightful commentary on the subject matter. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the topics being discussed. Overall, Otia Aegyptiaca: Discourses On Egyptian Archaeology And Hieroglyphical Discoveries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter and is written in a clear and engaging style.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104148609
• ISBN13: 9781104148607
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"