Publisher's Synopsis
The Monuments of Upper Egypt is a book that presents a translation of the Itineraire De La Haute Egypte by Auguste Mariette Bey. This travelogue is a detailed account of Mariette's journey through Upper Egypt, where he explored ancient ruins and monuments, including the temples of Karnak and Luxor. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of this region, as well as the methods used by early archaeologists to uncover and document ancient sites. The translation includes detailed descriptions of the monuments, as well as illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the locations and structures discussed. Overall, The Monuments of Upper Egypt is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history, archaeology, or travel writing.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.
