LECTURES ON THE ELEMENTS OF HIEROGLYPHICS - Spineto, 1st 1829

Description: LECTURES ON THE ELEMENTS OF HIEROGLYPHICS AND EGYPTIAN ANTIQUITIES Book Details + Condition: Printed For C.J.G. & F. Rivington (London). First Edition, 1829. Hardcover. 493 pages. Includes 11 fold-out illustrated engravings of Egyptian antiquities and hieroglyphs. Marquis Spineto's book is one of the first comprehensive manuals on the understanding and translation of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. It is divided into several sections: The first section of the book provides an overview of the history of ancient Egypt and its cultural achievements, detailing the development of hieroglyphics and the role they played in Egyptian society. The second section delves into the specifics of hieroglyphics, including their structure, grammar, and syntax. The third section examines Egyptian art and architecture, tracing the various styles and techniques used in ancient Egyptian art. The fourth section explores the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, including their pantheon of gods and goddesses and extensive funerary practices. Heavy wear to boards, with chipping and significant rubbing to extremities; binding tape to spine; interior hinges cracked, but binding remains firm; old water damage to inside board; missing ffep; toning to interior, with occasional intermittent foxing. Otherwise clean and free of markings. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions! Also check out our other rare and out-of-print antiquarian books at Black Cat Caboodle. SHIPPING & PAYMENTShipping & Handling — covers shipping via USPS to anywhere in the continental U.S. and within eBay's Global Shipping Program.Payment is due within 3 days of end of auction. Black Cat Caboodle THANKS you for looking!

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