From Sphinx to Oracle: Through the Libyan Desert to the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon

By Arthur White and Silva White

Book Overview

""From Sphinx to Oracle Through the Libyan Desert to the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon"" is a travelogue written by Arthur Silva White. The book details the author's journey through the Libyan Desert, from Cairo to the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles, such as sandstorms and bandits, and meets interesting characters, including a guide who claims to be descended from the ancient Egyptians. White also visits historical sites, such as the Sphinx and the Temple of Karnak, and describes them in detail. The climax of the book is White's arrival at the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon, where he visits the oracle and witnesses a ceremony. Overall, ""From Sphinx to Oracle Through the Libyan Desert to the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon"" is a fascinating account of a journey through a challenging and mysterious landscape, with insights into the history and culture of ancient Egypt.1899. With 56 illustrations from photographs by the author, a frontispiece by R. Talbot Kelly, R.B.A. and two maps. Contents: Object of journey; A Retrospect; A Prospect; The Caravan; On the March; Moghara; A Sandstorm; The Desert; In Deepest Desert; The Oasis of Gara; Some Remarks on the Camel; Arrival at Siwa; The Senussi; Jarabub; The Oasis of Siwa; First Impressions; Strong Expressions; On Guard; The Town of Siwa; Reception by the Siwans; Interview with the Wekil; Ma'Lesh ; The Antiquities of Siwa; The Hill of the Mummies; Farewell to Siwa; Meeting with Mojabra; and The Return Journey.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: 1417906286
• ISBN13: 9781417906284
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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