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Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers

Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers

Edwards, Amelia B.

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ISBN10: 1161414789
ISBN13: 9781161414783
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 348
Weight: 1.81
Height: 0.81 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers is a travelogue written by Amelia B. Edwards, an English novelist, journalist, and Egyptologist. The book is a detailed account of her journey to Egypt in the late 19th century, where she explored the ancient ruins and documented her experiences.Edwards takes the reader on a journey through the Nile Valley, describing the landscape, the people, and the monuments she encounters. She provides a vivid description of the ancient temples, tombs, and pyramids, and also delves into the history and culture of the region.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific location or topic. Edwards writes about her travels to Luxor, Karnak, Abu Simbel, and other ancient sites, as well as her encounters with local people, including the fellahs (peasants) and the Bedouin tribes.Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers is not only a travelogue but also a historical document. Edwards provides valuable insights into the state of Egypt at the time, including the political situation, the impact of colonialism, and the role of archaeology in uncovering the country's past.Overall, Pharaohs, Fellahs and Explorers is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Egyptology, travel writing, or history. Edwards' writing style is engaging and descriptive, making the reader feel as though they are right there with her on her journey through Egypt.1891. Edwards enjoyed three separate careers: as a journalist, a novelist, and an Egyptologist. She was also an active supporter of the suffrage movement, serving at one time as Vice-President of the Society for Promoting Women's Suffrage. Amelia Edwards never married, but lived and traveled for much of her life with a female companion. Though she was a popular novelist, today you are most likely to come across her tales of travel. In this series of lectures, Edwards' personality sparkles through the pages. In one chapter, she describes in detail a Queen of Egypt, Hatasu, dissenting from other Egyptologists who minimized her importance. Edwards' love and knowledge of Egyptology are ably demonstrated in this collection. See other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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