Ancient Records Of Egypt: Historical Documents From The Earliest Times To The Persian Conquest: The Nineteenth Dynasty V3

By James Henry Breasted

Book Overview

The book ""Ancient Records of Egypt: Historical Documents from the Earliest Times to the Persian Conquest: The Nineteenth Dynasty V3"" is a comprehensive collection of historical documents from ancient Egypt, compiled and edited by James Henry Breasted. The book covers the period from the earliest times to the Persian conquest, with a particular focus on the Nineteenth Dynasty. The documents included in the book provide a valuable insight into the political, social, and cultural history of ancient Egypt. They cover a wide range of topics, including royal decrees, religious texts, legal documents, and personal correspondence. The book also includes translations of inscriptions from temples, tombs, and other archaeological sites, providing a rich source of information on ancient Egyptian art, architecture, and religion.Breasted's meticulous scholarship and expertise in ancient Egyptian history are evident throughout the book. He provides detailed annotations and commentary on each document, explaining its historical context and significance. The book also includes maps, illustrations, and a comprehensive index, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture.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: 1428603328
• ISBN13: 9781428603325
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"