The Tebtunis Papyri (Part Ii)

By Bernard P Grenfell

Book Overview

Step into the heart of ancient Egypt with The Tebtunis Papyri (Part II) by Bernard P. Grenfell, a masterwork that brings lost voices and daily life from the sands of time into sharp, vivid focus. Every papyrus fragment here is a window into a civilisation's secrets-unfiltered, immediate, utterly real. This is scholarship that breathes. Painstakingly assembled from one of the most important Egyptian archaeological discoveries of the early 20th century, this volume offers a treasure trove for academic researchers in papyrology and students of Egyptology alike. Grenfell's pioneering historical papyrus analysis illuminates the administrative, social, and literary currents that shaped the ancient world, while the work's connection to the famed Oxyrhynchus papyri collection anchors it firmly within the golden age of classical papyrology research. Each manuscript, expertly preserved and interpreted, reveals the fragile yet enduring power of ancient document preservation and the ongoing dialogue between past and present. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are drawn to the mysteries of Egyptian archaeological sites or the enduring legacy of Bernard Grenfell's works, The Tebtunis Papyri (Part II) stands as more than a scholarly resource: it is a cultural artefact, inviting discovery and reverence in equal measure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354182372
• ISBN13: 9789354182372
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 502 Pages
• Weight: 2.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.5" x 11.0"