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Scarabs: An Introduction To The Study Of Egyptian Seals And Signet Rings (1906)

Scarabs: An Introduction To The Study Of Egyptian Seals And Signet Rings (1906)

Newberry, Percy Edward

Hardcover

African HistoryAncient EgyptFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169765688
ISBN13: 9781169765689
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 322
Weight: 2.28
Height: 0.75 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Scarabs: An Introduction To The Study Of Egyptian Seals And Signet Rings is a book written by Percy Edward Newberry and published in 1906. The book is an introduction to the study of Egyptian seals and signet rings, focusing on the use of scarabs in ancient Egypt. Scarabs were small, beetle-shaped amulets that were used as seals and were often inscribed with hieroglyphs or other symbols. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and significance of scarabs in ancient Egypt, including their use in funerary practices, as well as their role in everyday life. It also explores the different types of scarabs, their materials, and the various inscriptions and symbols that were used on them. Newberry's book is considered a seminal work in the study of scarabs and has been widely used as a reference by scholars and collectors alike. It is written in an accessible style and includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the subject matter. Overall, Scarabs: An Introduction To The Study Of Egyptian Seals And Signet Rings is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt, as well as for those interested in the study of seals and signet rings more broadly.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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