Biographical Memoir Of James Henry Breasted 1865-1935

By John A. Wilson

Book Overview

The Biographical Memoir Of James Henry Breasted 1865-1935 is a book written by John A. Wilson that provides a comprehensive account of the life of James Henry Breasted, a renowned American archaeologist and historian. Breasted was born in 1865 and went on to become a pioneer in the field of Egyptology, making significant contributions to the study of ancient Egyptian history, culture, and language.The book traces Breasted's life from his early years in Illinois, through his education at Yale University, and his travels to Egypt and other parts of the world. It also explores his academic career, including his founding of the Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago, and his role in shaping the field of Egyptology.The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Breasted's personal papers, letters, and diaries, to provide a richly detailed portrait of the man and his work. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring Breasted's world to life.Overall, the Biographical Memoir Of James Henry Breasted 1865-1935 is a fascinating and insightful account of the life and work of one of the most important figures in the field of Egyptology. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in history, archaeology, or the study of ancient civilizations.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: 1432594621
• ISBN13: 9781432594626
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"