Egyptology / Elementary Notices of the Antiquity of the Egyptians 1st ed 1849

Description: Elementary Notices of the Antiquity of the Egyptians Author: [Egyptology] [Pyramidology] Rigbye, T.H. Title: Elementary Notices of the Antiquity of the Egyptians Publication: Nottingham, London: Printed for the Author by R. Allen, Long Row, W. Strange, Paternoster Row, 1849 Edition: First edition Description: 8vo, 61, [2]pp, ads at rear. Map of the Nile frontis, three additional plates, one folding,. Original blind decorated cloth with gilt stamped title to front. Spine ends chipped, some staining to cloth. Very good. Somewhat obscure, privately published book meant to serve as an introduction to Egypt's antiquity. Chapters include genealogy, Egyptian monarchy, ancient language, religion, institutions, social developments, Hieroglyphical Books of Taant, and the Pyramids. Nicely illustrated with plates.We find little mention of this book save for a 19th century Nottingham Public Reference Library list. OCLC cites copies only at the Bibliothèque Nationale and Universitätsbibliothek in Trier. . Seller ID: 6709 Subject: Astrology, Occult, Religion and Spirituality, World History Peruse the Stacks Based in Gig Harbor, WA, we offer all manner of rare books, ephemera, and more. Our specialties range from young adult literature to horror to the state histories of Wyoming, Texas, and Washington. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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