The British Museum: Egyptian Antiquities V2

By George Long

Book Overview

The British Museum: Egyptian Antiquities V2 is a comprehensive book that delves into the vast collection of Egyptian antiquities housed in the British Museum. Written by George Long, an expert in the field of ancient Egypt, the book covers a wide range of topics related to the collection, including the history of the museum, the acquisition of the artifacts, and the significance of each piece.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the collection. The first section provides an overview of the museum and its history, while the second section delves into the acquisition of the Egyptian artifacts and the people who played a role in bringing them to the museum.The third section of the book is dedicated to the artifacts themselves, with detailed descriptions of each piece, along with photographs and illustrations. The artifacts are organized by type, with sections on statues, jewelry, pottery, and more.Throughout the book, Long provides insightful commentary on the significance of the artifacts, their historical and cultural context, and their importance in understanding the ancient civilization of Egypt. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egypt, archaeology, or the history of museums.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: 1432699423
• ISBN13: 9781432699420
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"