Egyptian Sepulchers And Syrian Shrines: Including A Visit To Palmyra (1874)

By Emily Anne Beaufort and Emily Anne Smythe

Book Overview

Egyptian Sepulchers And Syrian Shrines: Including A Visit To Palmyra is a travelogue written by Emily Anne Beaufort in 1874. The book describes the author's journey through Egypt and Syria, where she visited various ancient sepulchers and shrines. The book also includes a detailed account of her visit to the ancient city of Palmyra, which was a major trading center in the Roman Empire. Beaufort provides a vivid description of the ruins and monuments of Palmyra, as well as the local customs and traditions of the people living in the area. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt and Syria, as well as the architecture and art of the region. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the life of a Victorian-era traveler and writer.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: 1164629301
• ISBN13: 9781164629306
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 590 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"