The Land Of Bondage, Its Ancient Monuments: Being The Journal Of A Tour In Egypt (1851)

By Jonathan Mayhew Wainwright

Book Overview

The Land of Bondage, Its Ancient Monuments: Being the Journal of a Tour in Egypt is a travelogue written by Jonathan Mayhew Wainwright in 1851. The book describes Wainwright's journey through Egypt, where he visited various ancient monuments and ruins. The author provides detailed descriptions of the historical significance and architectural features of the landmarks he visited, including the pyramids, temples, and tombs. Wainwright also shares his observations on the culture, customs, and daily life of the Egyptian people. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Egyptology, archaeology, or the history and culture of ancient Egypt. It is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, The Land of Bondage, Its Ancient Monuments is a fascinating account of one man's journey through one of the world's most intriguing and mysterious 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: 1120894913
• ISBN13: 9781120894915
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"