The Marble Sphinx (1907)

By St. John Lucas and Professor of English and Drama John Lucas

Book Overview

The Marble Sphinx is a novel written by John Lucas and published in 1907. The story is set in Egypt and revolves around the discovery of a marble sphinx by a group of British archaeologists. The sphinx is believed to hold the key to a lost civilization, and the archaeologists are determined to unlock its secrets.As the story unfolds, the archaeologists encounter various obstacles and challenges, including rival factions vying for control of the sphinx, as well as supernatural forces that seem to be protecting the ancient artifact. Along the way, they also discover hidden chambers, secret passages, and ancient artifacts that shed light on the history and culture of Egypt.The main characters in the story include the British archaeologists, a group of Egyptian locals, and various other individuals who have a stake in the fate of the sphinx. The novel explores themes of colonialism, imperialism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the clash between Western and Eastern cultures.Overall, The Marble Sphinx is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of mystery, history, and supernatural horror. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century Egyptology and the challenges faced by those who sought to uncover the secrets of this ancient civilization.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: 110424005X
• ISBN13: 9781104240059
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"