2 large vols antique reference book, egypt - historical and picturesque, english

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This is 2 large volumes of the antique reference book 'Egypt - Descriptive, Historical and Picturesque by G. Ebers. An English translation by Clara Bell, with illustrations, dating to the Victorian period, published 1884.  

• Superb reference book across two volumes with fascinating illustrations and text
• Translated into English across 318 and 402 pages respectively by Clara Bell (1834 - 1927)
• Originally published in German by Georg Moritz Ebers (1837 - 1898)
• This edition published in London by Cassell & Company Limited in 1884
• Bound in soft brown cloth with gilt and coloured titling to cover and spine

• Fine engravings provided by a collection of 30 illustrators from across Europe
• Features landscapes, architecture, natural history and portraiture
• Some text accompanied by reproductions of hieroglyphics
• Personal message to the inside cover for a Louie Grant Hodgson, November 1886

This is a fascinating antique reference book of Egypt across two large volumes with a comprehensive illustrative history of the country. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Volume 1 Width: 30.5cm (12'')
Volume 1 Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Volume 1 Height: 38cm (15'')

Volume 2 Width: 30.5cm (12'')
Volume 2 Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Volume 2 Height: 38cm (15'')

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2 Large Vols Antique Reference Book, Egypt - Historical and Picturesque, English

Antiques.co.uk Ref: T67WQNXC9

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