Egypt Pocket Guide: Abu Simbel and the Nubian Temples

by Alberto Siliotti

These handy pocket guides for explorers of Egypt's rich past and exciting present are packed with information and brilliantly illustrated with color photographs, maps, plans, and 3-D drawings -- all... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9774245997
• ISBN13: 9789774245992
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 4.7" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

A great book.......

My only complaint is that I wish this book was longer.A very interesting read and great photography.I look forward to more of Mr. Siliotti's books.

an excellent guide

The author discusses the history from the origins to the Unesco Nubian rescue in 1961. He writes about the various temples in Nubia, including Kalabsha, Beit al-Wali, Dakka, Amada, Derr and Qasr Ibrim. The temples of Ramses II and Nefertari are described in avid detail. Completed by beautiful photographs and useful maps, this is a much needed guide, essential for travelers.